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Introduction of Light-Cuf Syrup

Light-Cuf Syrup is a combination medicine used to treat cough. It thins the mucus in the nose and windpipe, making it easier to cough out. This medicine also relieves allergic symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, throat irritation.

Light-Cuf Syrup is a combination of four medicines: Light-Cuf Syrup1, Light-Cuf Syrup2, Light-Cuf Syrup3, and Light-Cuf Syrup4.

Uses of Light-Cuf Syrup

Benefits of Light-Cuf Syrup

In Cough

Light-Cuf 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. Light-Cuf 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 Light-Cuf 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 Light-Cuf

  • Diarrhea
  • Rash
  • Nausea

How to use Light-Cuf 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. Light-Cuf Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Light-Cuf Syrup.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Light-Cuf Syrup is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Light-Cuf Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Light-Cuf Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Light-Cuf Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Light-Cuf Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Light-Cuf Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Light-Cuf Syrup
β‚Ή38.0/Syrup
Biohist Syrup
Antigen Healthcare P. Ltd
β‚Ή35/syrup
8% cheaper
Tripex Syrup
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β‚Ή46/syrup
21% costlier
Lctone Syrup
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Quick tips

Light-Cuf Syrup

  • Light-Cuf Syrup 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. Use a proper measuring cup or spoon to measure the dosage.
  • 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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Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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He have cold,cuf with one month.
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
For cough, cold -- Prevent dehydration. Fluids may help thin secretions and soothe an irritated throat. Dry, hacking coughs respond to honey in hot water, tea, or lemon juice. Drink plenty of fluids to replace those lost from sweating and having a runny nose, get plenty of rest, eat healthily ? a low-fat, high-fibre diet is recommended, including plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables. OTC drugs, gargling with salt water and sucking on menthol sweets can help relieve a sore throat and blocked nose, are generally safe for older children and adults to take, but might not be suitable for babies, young children. Avoid applying Vicks VapoRub to babies and toddlers.You should never give children under 4 years of age over-the-counter cough and cold products without checking with your child's doctor. These medicines may harm young children. There are many underlying causes of cough and cold. 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 patient. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine patient in detail. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you specific treatment.
Mostly suffering from cuf & cold
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
cetcip 10 mg twice daily for 5 dayssyrup Grilicntus BM 5ml 3 times for 5 daysreason is cold climate or allergy, need not worry
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References

  1. Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Ammonium Chloride and Sodium Citrate Expectorant. Mumbai, India: GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited; 2018. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. ScienceDirect. Menthol. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. ScienceDirect. Ammonium chloride. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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