U Cuff 5X Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of cough. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. It also thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to cough out.

U Cuff 5X Syrup 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, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, dryness in the mouth, stomach upset, headache, rash, fatigue, loss of appetite, and insomnia. 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 dizziness and 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 dizziness 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 it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney and liver diseases. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Uses of U Cuff Syrup

Cough

Benefits of U Cuff Syrup

In Cough

U Cuff 5X Syrup 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. U Cuff 5X Syrup also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. Along with medications, drink enough lukewarm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.

Side effects of U Cuff Syrup

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 U Cuff

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Dryness in mouth
Upset stomach
Dizziness
Headache
Rash
Allergic reaction
Hives
Fatigue
Sleepiness
Loss of appetite
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

How to use U Cuff Syrup

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. U Cuff 5X Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How U Cuff Syrup works

U Cuff 5X Syrup is a combination of five medicines: Ambroxol, Cetirizine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Guaifenesin and Phenylephrine.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with U Cuff 5X Syrup. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

U Cuff 5X Syrup 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

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of U Cuff 5X Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

U Cuff 5X Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

U Cuff 5X Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of U Cuff 5X Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

UNSAFE

U Cuff 5X Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

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Quick tips

U Cuff 5X Syrup is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.
Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended. Use a proper measuring cup or spoon to measure the dosage.
If you are drowsy after taking U Cuff 5X Syrup, you should not drive or operate any machinery.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or asthma.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for e.g. anti-depressants.
Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have cough for more than 7 days.

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Patient concerns

She is in dry cough so please what I do for which syrup u write

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

Dry cough are due to many reason. Unless examine chest with stethoscope proper medicine can not be prescribedthere are different medicine for different type of dry cough

Severe cough with vomiting sputum. Can u plz suggest some syrup for instant relief

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

There are many underlying causes of your symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of child. Please consult Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. Your child may need antibiotics. It is mandatory for the customer to have a prescription for the prescription medicines he/she is procuring. Valid prescription cannot be given without diagnosis.

I have cough in my throat and I have tried all the things right from capsule to cough syrup. Can u help me In suggesting any medicine or any syrup.

Dr. Gladson Guddappa Uchil

ENT

I need to examine you to correctly diagnose the reason for your cough. If possible, drop in to my clinic Healthcare@Basaveshwaranagar in Bangalore or consult a good ENT Specialist in your neighborhood who will examine you & help you out.

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References

ScienceDirect. Ambroxol. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Cetirizine. New York, New York: Pfizer Labs; 2003. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
ScienceDirect. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
ScienceDirect. Guaifenesin. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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