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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Usal LS Expectorant is used to treat cough associated with mucus. It works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. It thins and loosens phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Thereby, helping to cough out easily. It works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reducing the stickiness of mucus, and helping to remove it from the airways. Some people may experience nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, tremor, stomach upset and diarrhoea. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Seagull Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Usal LS Expectorant

Usal LS Expectorant is used to treat cough associated with mucus. Coughing (dry or productive) is the body’s way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus, or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. There are two types of coughs: dry cough and chesty cough. A dry cough is tickly and doesn't produce any vicious or thick mucus, while a chesty cough (wet cough) means mucous or sputum is produced to help clear your airways. 

Usal LS Expectorant is a combination of three drugs, namely Levosalbutamol (bronchodilator), Ambroxol (mucolytic agent), and Guaifenesin (expectorant). Levosalbutamol belongs to the class of bronchodilators that work by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Ambroxol belongs to the class of mucolytic agents (cough/sputum thinner) that work by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Thereby helping to cough out easily. Guaifenesin belongs to the class of expectorants that works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reducing the stickiness of mucus, and helping to remove it from the airways.

Take Usal LS Expectorant as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Usal LS Expectorant based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, tremor, stomach upset and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Usal LS Expectorant do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Usal LS Expectorant or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Usal LS Expectorant . If you are suffering from fits or have a history of fits, please inform your doctor before taking Usal LS Expectorant as it may increase the risk of recurrent fits. If you have diabetes, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Usal LS Expectorant . Drink plenty of fluids while taking Usal LS Expectorant to loosen mucus. If you have diabetes, fits, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, stomach ulcers, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), kidney, liver, or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Usal LS Expectorant .

Uses of Usal LS Expectorant

Treatment of Chesty cough with mucus

Directions for Use

Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions before use. Take Usal LS Expectorant with or without food as prescribed by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup that is provided with the pack.

Medicinal Benefits

Usal LS Expectorant is a combination of three drugs: Levosalbutamol, Ambroxol, and Guaifenesin, which are used to treat coughs associated with mucus. Levosalbutamol belongs to the class of bronchodilators that work by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Ambroxol belongs to the class of mucolytic agents (cough/sputum thinner) that work by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Thereby helping to cough out easily. Guaifenesin belongs to the class of expectorants that works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reducing the stickiness of mucus, and helping to remove it from the airways.

How Usal LS Expectorant Works

Usal LS Expectorant is a combination of three drugs, namely Levosalbutamol (bronchodilator), Ambroxol (mucolytic agent), and Guaifenesin (expectorant). Levosalbutamol belongs to the class of bronchodilators that work by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Ambroxol belongs to the class of mucolytic agents (cough/sputum thinner) that work by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Thereby helping to cough out easily. Guaifenesin belongs to the class of expectorants that works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reducing the stickiness of mucus, and helping to remove it from the airways.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Usal LS Expectorant

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhoea
  • Skin rash
  • Tremor
  • Stomach upset

What if I have taken an overdose of Usal LS Expectorant

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Usal LS Expectorant as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Usal LS Expectorant or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Usal LS Expectorant . If you are suffering from fits or have a history of fits, please inform your doctor before taking Usal LS Expectorant as it may increase the risk of recurrent fits. If you have diabetes, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Usal LS Expectorant . Drink plenty of fluids while taking Usal LS Expectorant to loosen mucus. If you have diabetes, fits, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, stomach ulcers, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), kidney, liver, or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Usal LS Expectorant .

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid dairy products such as milk as it may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods to have relief from cough. Instead replace baked foods, fried foods, white bread, white pasta, French fries, sugary desserts and chips with green leafy vegetables.

  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dry throat while you have a cough and loosen mucus.

  • Avoid citrus fruits as it may worsen the cough. Eat fruits rich in water content such as pears, watermelon, peaches and pineapples.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

EXPECTORANT AND COUGH PRODUCTS

Usal LS Expectorant Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
  • Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 100 ml

    by AYUR

    1.07per tablet
  • Brozeet LS Syrup 100 ml

    by Others

    1.23per tablet
  • Macbery Junior Expectorant 60 ml

    by Others

    1.45per tablet
  • Levolin Plus Jr Expectorant 100 ml

    by Others

    0.94per tablet
  • Viscodyne-LS Expectorant 100 ml

    by AYUR

    1.45per tablet
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Alcohol

Caution

Interaction of alcohol with Usal LS Expectorant is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Usal LS Expectorant .

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of Usal LS Expectorant in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Usal LS Expectorant is excreted in human milk. Usal LS Expectorant is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Caution

Usal LS Expectorant may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Usal LS Expectorant .

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Liver

Caution

Take Usal LS Expectorant with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Usal LS Expectorant with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Usal LS Expectorant should be used with caution in children if prescribed by a doctor.

FAQs

Usal LS Expectorant is primarily used to treat cough associated with mucus.

Usal LS Expectorant contains Levosalbutamol, Ambroxol and Guaifenesin. Levosalbutamol is a bronchodilator that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Ambroxol is a mucolytic agent (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in lungs, windpipe and nose. Thereby, helps to cough out easily. Guaifenesin is an expectorant that works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reduce the stickiness of mucus and helps to remove it from airways.

Usal LS Expectorant should be used with caution in hyperthyroid (overactive thyroid) patients as it may worsen the condition. Inform your doctor if have hyperthyroidism before taking Usal LS Expectorant so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately. However, regular monitoring of thyroid hormone levels is recommended while taking Usal LS Expectorant .

Yes, Usal LS Expectorant may cause drowsiness or dizziness. It is not necessary for everyone taking Usal LS Expectorant to experience this side effect. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking Usal LS Expectorant .

Usal LS Expectorant should be used with caution in diabetic patients if prescribed by a doctor. However, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Usal LS Expectorant as it may increase blood sugar levels.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

305-307, Ansal Imperial Tower, C Block Community Centre, Naraina Vihar, New Delhi-110028, India
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