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Erdolyt300mg

Rx
Generic:
Erdosteine
Dosage form:
Capsule
Pack size:
Capsule

৳ 15/unit

Pack: ৳ 15

At a glance

Erdosteine — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.

Description

Erdosteine is mucolytic medication. It is used in the treatment of various respiratory tract disorders associated with excessive mucus. Erdosteine should be taken with or without food. For better results, it is suggested to take it at the same time every day. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. You must consult with the doctor if the condition does not get improved after 10 days. The most common side effects of this medicine include Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), increased sweating, nausea, vertigo, and vomiting. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney disease, or if you have a stomach ulcer. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. You must inform your doctor about pregnancy or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Erdosteine is a mucolytic agent. It works by breaking up mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out.

Indications

• respiratory tract disorders associated with viscid mucus

Mechanism of action

Erdosteine contains two sulfhydryl groups, which are freed after metabolic transformation in the liver. The liberated sulfhydryl groups break the disulphide bonds, which hold the glycoprotein fibres of mucus together. This makes the bronchial secretions more fluid and enhances elimination.

Dosage

Adult Dose: Oral As a mucolytic Adult: 300 mg bid. Max duration: 10 days. Hepatic Failure Since there are no data in patients with severe liver failure, the use of erdosteine is not recommended in these patients. Mild to Moderate Hepatic Failure Dose should be reduced Renal Dose: Since there are no data in patients with creatinine clearance <25ml/min, the use of erdosteine is not recommended in these patients.

Administration

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush or break it. Erdosteine may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side effects

Common: • Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk) • Increased sweating • Nausea • Vertigo • Vomiting

Precautions & warnings

[SAFE] Erdosteine does not usually affect your ability to drive. Erdosteine helps in thinning and removal of the mucus (slimy and sticky substance) from the airways, thereby treats various respiratory conditions. Measure the syrup with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon. Do take Erdosteine strictly as per the advise of your doctor. Your doctor may check your liver functions before starting Erdosteine. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have suffered or are currently suffering from any stomach, or kidney problem.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the other excipients. Active peptic ulcer.

Food interactions

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Erdosteine. Please consult your doctor.

Use in pregnancy

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Information regarding the use of Erdosteine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Use in lactation

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Information regarding the use of Erdosteine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Renal / hepatic impairment

[CAUTION] Erdosteine should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Erdosteine may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Erdosteine is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. [CAUTION] Erdosteine should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Erdosteine may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Erdosteine is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Common questions

Nose in close Cold chest flue a Can&#x27;t prescribe without proper clinical examination. It can be upper respiratory tract infection or lower respiratory tract infection Dr In my throat while am silent there is some sounding breath came to out side What is that mean. Am smoke 3 cigarettes per day This is related to respiratory tract problemsU require consultation with chest physician Cough and infection in throat Indigestion It can be pharyngitis with respiratory tract infection. Consult a ENT specialist for proper clinical examination Cough problem and body pain also headache It can be viral infection or respiratory tract infection. Consult a ENT specialist I AM SUFFERING FROM FEVER AND COLD WITH HEAD ACHE Most probably u are having upper respiratory tract infection. Consult a ENT doctor Cough with pain near swallowing area. It can be pharyngitis or upper respiratory tract infection. Consult a ENT specialist Wet cough with mucus & body ache from last few days Consult chest physician as it is due to lower respiratory tract infection Suffering from cold. Difficulty breathing and swallowing in the morning. Can be viral upper respiratory tract infection or tonsillitis. Consult a ENT specialist

⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.