Astharid Expectorant is used in the treatment of cough. It thins mucus in the nose, windpipe and lungs, making it easier to cough out.

Astharid Expectorant is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, vomiting, headache, rash, tremor, and increased heart rate. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make sleepiness worse.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

Uses of Astharid Expectorant

Cough

Benefits of Astharid Expectorant

In Cough

Astharid Expectorant gives relief from cough by loosening thick mucus and making it easier to cough it out. It also makes it easier for air to move in and out of your airways. This reduces the frequency of coughing and makes you feel better. With the use of Astharid Expectorant as prescribed by the doctor, you can get relief from cough sooner. Along with medications, drink enough lukewarm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.

Side effects of Astharid Expectorant

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Astharid

Nausea
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Vomiting
Dizziness
Headache
Rash
Hives
Tremors
Increased heart rate

How to use Astharid Expectorant

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Astharid Expectorant may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Astharid Expectorant works

Astharid Expectorant is a combination of two medicines:.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Astharid Expectorant. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Astharid Expectorant may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Astharid Expectorant is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Astharid Expectorant does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Astharid Expectorant should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Astharid Expectorant may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Astharid Expectorant should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Astharid Expectorant may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Astharid Expectorant in these patients.

What if you forget to take Astharid Expectorant?

If you miss a dose of Astharid Expectorant, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Astharid Expectorant

₹0.66/ml of Expectorant

X Par 66.65 mg/1.5 mg Expectorant

Bombay Tablet Mfg Co Pvt Ltd

₹0.53/ml of expectorant

20% cheaper

Bricof 66.65 mg/1.5 mg Expectorant

Cipla Ltd

₹0.27/ml of expectorant

59% cheaper

Quick tips

Astharid Expectorant is prescribed to get relief from cough.
Drink warm water to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
In general, most coughs do not last more than 2 weeks. If your cough does last longer than this then, it's better to see your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or asthma.

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Patient concerns

Suffering from Bronchitis, Doctor prescribed tabs Astharid & Restoflix. But i have same situation as before and it has worsen the condition

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

Take doxobid 400 mg once a day for 5 days

Sir, for the past 2 days he had got cough and can't sleep at night. Sputum is coming. Can we give deriphylin plane half and betnelan .5 mg tablet.and astharid cough syrup which has been prescribed by our consulting doctor earlier

Dr. Saurabh Arora

Cardiology

not good Medicine at this ageconsult good physician near u for proper examination and blood work up

Cold and nasal block from 2 to 3 days and now followed by dry cough. Whereas the clod and nasal block has reduced. Cough will be heavy in closed room under A/c but no cough while walking / jogging / climbing stairs. What to do ? Shall I use Ambrolite D ?

Dr. Shubhra Chandan Pradhan

ENT

Don't use it, it may be infective cough. Ambrolyte D will suppress your cough and it will accumulate in chest. This is good in dry cough

User feedback

What are you using Astharid Expectorant for?

Cough

80%

Chronic obstr*

20%

*Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

56%

Average

44%

What were the side-effects while using Astharid Expectorant?

No Side Effec*

100%

*No Side Effect

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