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Glycerine .75 ml + Liquid Sugar 1.93 ml

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At a glance

Glycerine + Liquid Sugar is a cough syrup used for relief of dry cough and sore throat.

Description

Introduction: Glycerine + Liquid Sugar is a cough syrup used for relief of dry cough and sore throat. It also assists in relieving productive cough.

How it works: Glycerol is an osmotic dehydrating agent that possesses hygroscopic and lubricating properties. It causes plasma osmolality leading to the movement of water into the plasma from the extravascular spaces via osmosis. Liquid sugar coats the throat to soothe cough.

Important Information: Adults: 10 ml 3-4 times daily. Children 1-5 years: 5 ml. Children 3 months-1 year: 2.5-5 ml. Diabetics should take note of carbohydrate content.

Indications
  • Dry cough
  • Sore throat
  • Productive cough
Therapeutic class

Combined cough suppressants

Pharmacological class

Cough Suppressant

Pharmacology

Glycerol is an osmotic dehydrating agent that possesses hygroscopic and lubricating properties. It causes plasma osmolality leading to the movement of water into the plasma from the extravascular spaces via osmosis. Liquid sugar coats the throat to soothe cough and helps relieve dry throat.

Mechanism of action

Glycerine provides moisture to the throat mucous membrane and liquid sugar coats the throat to soothe cough.

Dosage

Adults and Children over 5 years:

  • 10 ml (2 spoonful) 3-4 times daily

Children 1-5 years:

  • 5 ml (1 spoonful) 3-4 times daily

Children 3 months - under 1 year:

  • 2.5-5 ml (half to 1 spoonful) 3-4 times daily

Children under 3 months: Not recommended

* Use as directed by the registered physician

Administration

Oral syrup. Can be taken with or without food. Take 3-4 times daily as required.

Missed dose

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and follow your regular schedule.

Side effects

Side Effects:

  • This medicine is unlikely to cause side effects unless the patient is allergic to the ingredients
Precautions & warnings

Precautions:

  • Diabetics should take note of the carbohydrate content of this product
  • Not recommended for children below 3 months
  • Keep all medicines out of reach of children
Contraindications

Contraindications:

  • Hypersensitivity or intolerance to any of the ingredients
  • Hereditary fructose intolerance
  • Glucose-galactose malabsorption syndrome
  • Sucrase-isomaltase deficiency
Drug interactions

Drug Interactions: No clinically significant interactions have been found.

Food interactions

Food Interactions: No interaction found/established.

Use in pregnancy

Use in Pregnancy: Safety during pregnancy has not been established but is not considered to constitute a hazard.

Pregnancy Category: NA — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.

Use in lactation

Use in Lactation: Safety during lactation has not been established but is not considered to constitute a hazard.

Pediatric use

Pediatric Use: Dosage available for children 3 months-5 years. Not recommended for children under 3 months.

Geriatric use

Geriatric Use: Same as adult dose for elderly patients.

Renal / hepatic impairment

Renal & Hepatic Impairment: No known restrictions. However, consult your doctor.

Overdose effects

Overdose: Overdosage would not be expected to cause any problems. Treatment would be symptomatic and supportive.

Storage conditions

Storage: Store in a cool and dry place, protected from light. Keep away from children.

Chemical structure

Glycerine + Liquid Sugar Syrup

Common questions

Q1: What is this syrup used for?
It is used for relief of dry cough and sore throat.
Q2: What is the dose for children?
3 months-1 year: 2.5-5 ml, 1-5 years: 5 ml, over 5 years: 10 ml 3-4 times daily.
Q3: Can diabetics use this syrup?
Diabetics should take note of the carbohydrate content. Consult your doctor.
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.