Ascodex Plus Syrup
Written By Dr. Sakshi Sharma, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:04 AM (IST)
Ascodex Plus 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.
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Product introduction
Ascodex Plus 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, diarrhea, bloating, indigestion, vomiting, stomach pain, headache, rash, sweating, skin rash, and coordination impaired. 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 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 sleepiness 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 this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, bloating, indigestion, vomiting, stomach pain, headache, rash, sweating, skin rash, and coordination impaired. 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 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 sleepiness 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 this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Uses of Ascodex Plus Syrup
Benefits of Ascodex Plus Syrup
Cough
Ascodex Plus 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. Ascodex Plus 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.
Ascodex Plus 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. Ascodex Plus 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 Ascodex Plus 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 Ascodex Plus
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Bloating
- Indigestion
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain/epigastric pain
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Rash
- Hives
- Sweating
- Skin rash
- Sleepiness
- Thickened respiratory tract secretions
- Allergic reaction
- Impaired coordination
How to use Ascodex Plus 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. Ascodex Plus Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Ascodex Plus Syrup works
Ascodex Plus Syrup is a combination of five medicines: Guaifenesin, Bromhexine, Diphenhydramine, Ammonium Chloride and Ammonium Chloride which relieve cough.
Quick tips
- Ascodex Plus 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.
- In general, most coughs do not last more than 2-3 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.
Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Ascodex Plus Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ascodex Plus 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 Ascodex Plus Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving
UNSAFE
Ascodex Plus Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ascodex Plus Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ascodex Plus Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ascodex Plus Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ascodex Plus Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
References
- Drugs.com. Guaifenesin. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Bromhexine. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Medscape. Diphenhydramine. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Ammonium chloride. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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