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Introduction About XPECT B EXPECTORANT

XPECT B EXPECTORANT contains Ambroxol, Guaiphenesin, Terbutaline, and Menthol, which belong to the group of medicines called Mucolytics, Expectorants, Bronchodilators, and Cooling agents, respectively. It is used to manage productive cough associated with bronchospasm, bronchitis, bronchial asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, bronchiectasis, and chest congestion.

Before starting management with XPECT B EXPECTORANT, your doctor might want you to take some diagnostic tests.

XPECT B EXPECTORANT should be used with caution in patients with liver, kidney, and heart diseases, high blood pressure, uncontrolled diabetes, hyperthyroidism, seizures (fits), and a history of stomach ulcers.

XPECT B EXPECTORANT should be used with caution by pregnant and breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor for advice before taking.

The most common side effects of using XPECT B EXPECTORANT are nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, and stomach discomfort. Consult with your doctor if any of the above side effects worsen or do not improve.

Uses Of XPECT B EXPECTORANT

It is used to manage:

Productive cough associated with bronchospasm
Bronchitis
Bronchial asthma
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Bronchiectasis
Chest congestion

How XPECT B EXPECTORANT Works

XPECT B EXPECTORANT is a combination of ambroxol, guaiphenesin, terbutaline, and menthol, where ambroxol is a mucolytic agent that thins and loosens the mucus (phlegm) and makes it easier to cough out. Guaiphenesin is an expectorant that decreases the stickiness of secretions present in the airways, thins the mucous, and helps in their removal from the airways. Menthol is an organic compound (cooling agent) that produces a sensation of coolness by stimulating the cold receptors and relieves minor throat irritation. Terbutaline belongs to the bronchodilator, which relaxes the muscles in the airways and results in the widening of the airways. Together, they make breathing easier and eliminate coughing.

How to use XPECT B EXPECTORANT

Take XPECT B EXPECTORANT as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, disease condition, and body weight.

Side Effects Of XPECT B EXPECTORANT

Common

Nausea
Diarrhoea
Vomiting
Stomach discomfort

How To Manage Side Effects

Diarrhea

Drink a lot of fluids, such as water, squash, or fruit juice, to keep yourself hydrated. Do not consume any medicine by yourself without consulting your doctor. Ask for your doctor’s advice if diarrhea doesn’t improve.

Nausea And Vomiting

Take this medicine with or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Drink clear or ice-cold drinks, eat light, bland foods; and avoid fried, oily, or sweet foods. Consult with your doctor if the symptom doesn’t improve.

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

There are no sufficient and well-controlled studies for XPECT B EXPECTORANT in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking it.

Breastfeeding

Consult your doctor

There are no sufficient and well-controlled studies for XPECT B EXPECTORANT in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking it.

Driving and Using Machines

Use with Caution

Caution should be exercised before driving or using any machinery after taking XPECT B EXPECTORANT.

Kidney

Use with Caution

XPECT B EXPECTORANT should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking.

Liver

Use with Caution

XPECT B EXPECTORANT should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking.

Allergy

Contraindicated

Do not take XPECT B EXPECTORANT if you are allergic to ambroxol, guaiphenesin, terbutaline, menthol, or any other ingredients of this medicine.

Heart Disease

Use with Caution

XPECT B EXPECTORANT should be used with caution in patients with heart disease and high blood pressure. Consult your doctor before taking.

Use In Pediatrics

Safe

XPECT B EXPECTORANT is safe for use by children. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of the management with XPECT B EXPECTORANT depending on the child’s age, disease condition, and body weight. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Use In Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of the management with XPECT B EXPECTORANT depending on your age, disease condition, and body weight. Consult your doctor before taking.

Others

Before taking XPECT B EXPECTORANT, tell your doctor if you:

Have uncontrolled diabetes
Have hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland)
Have seizures (fits)
Have a history of stomach ulcers

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Inform your physician if you are taking any of the following medicines before taking XPECT B EXPECTORANT:

Other bronchodilators (Ex. aminophylline) and beta-2 agonists (Ex. albuterol)
Corticosteroids such as prednisolone (used to manage inflammation)
Diuretics such as chlorthalidone (used to get rid of water and sodium from the body)
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors such as isocarboxazid, tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline, nortriptyline (used to manage depression)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of XPECT B EXPECTORANT, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Ambroxol, Guaiphenesin, Terbutaline, and Menthol
Pharmacological Category	:	Mucolytic agents, Expectorants, Adrenergic beta-2 receptor agonists, and Cooling agents
Therapeutic Indication	:	Bronchospasm in bronchial asthma and chronic bronchitis
Dosage Forms	:	Syrup, Expectorant, Liquid

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Storage

Keep XPECT B EXPECTORANT out of reach of children
Store at room temperature

FAQs About XPECT B EXPECTORANT

Q: What is XPECT B EXPECTORANT used for?

A: XPECT B EXPECTORANT contains Ambroxol, Guaiphenesin, Menthol, and Terbutaline, which belong to the group of medicines called Mucolytic agents, Expectorants, Bronchodilators, and Cooling agents, respectively. It is used to manage productive cough associated with bronchospasm, bronchitis, bronchial asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, bronchiectasis, and chest congestion.

Q: Can XPECT B EXPECTORANT be used in patients with peptic (stomach) ulcers?

A: XPECT B EXPECTORANT contains ambroxol, which is a mucolytic agent and acts by thinning the mucous. It can act on the mucous lining present in the stomach as well and disrupt it. Therefore, XPECT B EXPECTORANT should be used with caution in patients with a history of peptic ulcers.

Q: Is XPECT B EXPECTORANT safe to use with children?

A: XPECT B EXPECTORANT is safe for use by children. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of the management with XPECT B EXPECTORANT depending on the age, disease condition, and body weight of your child. Consult your doctor.

Q: Can XPECT B EXPECTORANT be used during pregnancy and lactation?

A: There are no sufficient and well-controlled studies for XPECT B EXPECTORANT in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking it.

Q: Does XPECT B EXPECTORANT cause headaches?

A: Yes. Headache is a common side effect of XPECT B EXPECTORANT. Try to take a rest and don’t involve yourself in exertive activities. Apply a pain-relieving balm to your forehead. Consult with your doctor if the symptom does not improve.

Q: How do I take XPECT B EXPECTORANT?

A: Take XPECT B EXPECTORANT as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, disease condition, and body weight.

Q: How does XPECT B EXPECTORANT work?

A: XPECT B EXPECTORANT is a combination of ambroxol, guaiphenesin, terbutaline, and menthol, where ambroxol is a mucolytic agent that thins and loosens the mucus (phlegm) and makes it easier to cough out. Guaiphenesin is an expectorant that decreases the stickiness of secretions present in the airways, thins the mucous, and helps in their removal from the airways. Menthol is an organic compound (cooling agent) that produces a sensation of coolness by stimulating the cold receptors and relieves minor throat irritation. Terbutaline belongs to the bronchodilator, which relaxes the muscles in the airways and results in the widening of the airways. Together, they make breathing easier and eliminate coughing.

Q: What precautions must be taken while using XPECT B EXPECTORANT?

A: Before taking XPECT B EXPECTORANT, tell your doctor if you have uncontrolled diabetes, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland), seizures (fits), a history of stomach ulcers, kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, or high blood pressure.

Q: Who should not take XPECT B EXPECTORANT?

A: Do not take XPECT B EXPECTORANT if you are allergic to ambroxol, guaiphenesin, terbutaline, menthol, or any other ingredients of this medicine.

Q: What are the side effects of XPECT B EXPECTORANT?

A: The most common side effects of using XPECT B EXPECTORANT are nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, and stomach discomfort. Consult with your doctor if any of the above side effects worsen or do not improve.

References

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Written By Dr. N. Sai Swaroop - Pharm.D

Reviewed For Accuracy By Dr. Rajnikant - MBBS, MD (Physiology)

Last updated on 09 Jul 2024 | 04:56 PM(IST)

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