Stoptussin Phyto cough syrup, instructions for use

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Stoptussin for cough is one of the popular drugs that has a combined effect on the body. This medication can be taken for inflammation in the respiratory tract, accompanied by an unproductive, paroxysmal or wet cough. Its advantage is that it has several forms and is suitable for treating children and adults.

Compound

Stoptussin phyto syrup is a preparation created on the basis of herbal components. Due to the content of natural components, the medicine does not cause a sharp change in the functioning of the human body. Due to this feature, patients rarely suffer from adverse reactions or complications of therapy.

The product contains the following key ingredients:

• thyme extract;
• bioactive components of thyme;
• liquid plantain extract.

All active components in the syrup are easily absorbed by the body, providing a quick effect on the respiratory tract. In addition to basic compounds, Stoptussin contains honey (pre-purified), prepared water, ethanol, sucrose, and stabilizers.

Elimination of wet cough is achieved through the influence of the herbal components of the drug. Thyme and plantain stimulate the secretory function of the bronchial epithelium. Due to the release of additional portions of mucus, thick sputum is gradually liquefied with its accelerated elimination. Coughing is further enhanced by activating the contractile function of the smooth muscle fibers that envelop the airways.

Thyme simultaneously provides partial inhibition of the vital activity of pathogenic microorganisms.

Interesting! In experiments conducted by the Czech developer, it was shown that Stoptussin syrup minimizes the vital activity of most traditional pathogens of acute respiratory infections and other respiratory pathologies. Due to this property, the patient’s recovery is accelerated.

A medicine based on thyme and thyme reduces the activity of pro-inflammatory agents. If the severity of the pathological process is weak, the use of Stoptussin eliminates the need for parallel use of antimicrobial agents. However, the decision to prescribe antibacterial therapy is made solely by the doctor.

Dosage form

A combination drug created on the basis of two active substances is available in 3 dosage forms:

• Stoptussin tablets are flat-cylindrical, white, with a chamfer and a notch;
• Stoptussin drops, which look like a clear, viscous liquid of a yellowish-brown color, and contain the same active ingredients as the tablets;
• Stoptussin syrup, intended for the treatment of children, is a peripheral antitussive agent.

The drugs that make up the drugs are perfectly absorbed in the body, providing a quick and effective antitussive, mucolytic and expectorant effect. The plant components included in the syrup enhance bronchial secretion, promote liquefaction, rapid separation and transportation of sputum. The medicine is produced by Ivex Pharmaceuticals (Czech Republic)

Indications for use and possible contraindications

Stoptussin phyto cough syrup should be taken with caution. Despite the natural composition of the medication and its mild effect on the patient’s body, if used incorrectly, the risk of developing unpleasant consequences cannot be ruled out.

Traditional indications for use of the product:

1. wet cough, caused by hypersecretion in the bronchi against the background of respiratory tract diseases in the acute or chronic phase;
2. dry cough, which is caused by chemical or mechanical irritation of respiratory tract receptors or early stages of disease progression that cause accumulation of thick mucus inside the bronchi;
3. acute respiratory infections;
4. colds characterized by seasonal occurrence.

Instructions for using Stoptussin PHYTO syrup for various coughs - DOWNLOAD

The use of the medication is contraindicated in the following situations:

• diseases of the gastrointestinal tract (GIT), accompanied by increased acidity;
• individual hypersensitivity of the immune system;
• rare forms of sucrose intolerance, making the absorption of active substances impossible;
• severe damage to the kidneys and liver.

Self-administration of Stoptussin cough syrup is not recommended. Before using the syrup, you should consult a therapist or pulmonologist.

Pharmacological properties

The drug Stoptussin is a combination medicine. The pronounced therapeutic effect is due to two main components - guaifenesin and butamirate.

Thanks to this combination, several properties appear on the body:

• stopping the inflammatory process;
• stimulation of mucus production;
• liquefaction of secretions and their removal from the respiratory tract (mucolytic effect);
• dulling of a cough attack;
• Providing a local anesthetic effect on nerve fibers and receptors of the mucous membrane of the bronchi and trachea.

For what cough is Stoptussin prescribed? The medicine will be effective not only for a wet cough with difficult to clear sputum, but also for a spastic, paroxysmal type of symptom, when a cough attack interferes with normal sleep, eating and leading a full life.

After using the medication, the active substances are instantly absorbed into the general bloodstream from the intestinal tract and evenly distributed throughout the respiratory tract. After which the medicine is excreted along with urine and feces.

Instructions for use of Stoptussin phyto (method and dosage)

The prescription of the described medication involves monotherapy or the use of the medication in combination with cough suppressants such as Ambrobene or Ascoril (expectorants). It all depends on the severity of the clinical case, as well as the characteristics of the patient’s body.

According to the instructions for use of Stoptussin syrup, the drug is intended for internal use. It is recommended to take cough liquid after meals to minimize the negative impact on the epithelium of the stomach and intestines. The dosage depends on the age of the patient.

Syrup for children

The use of Stoptussin syrup for children is intended from 1 year of age. Earlier administration is fraught with negative effects on the gastrointestinal tract with the risk of developing gastritis in the child.

Standard single doses of the drug for patients:

1. one to five years – 2-4 ml;
2. from five to ten years – 5-10 ml;
3. ten to fifteen years – up to 15 ml.

The frequency of use of cough syrup in children is 2-3 times a day.

For adults

Treatment of cough in adult patients is based on the above principles. The standard dose of the medication is 15 ml 4-5 times a day. On average, treatment with Stoptussin phyto syrup for patients of all age categories is one week.

During pregnancy and breastfeeding

Important! The official instructions from the manufacturer do not recommend the use of Stoptussin for the treatment of cough in pregnant women due to the lack of verified information on the clinical effectiveness and safety of the drug in this group of patients.

However, practitioners sometimes prescribe syrup during pregnancy and breastfeeding. There has not been a single case of negative effects of the drug on the child’s or mother’s body during the corresponding periods of life.

Stoptussin - contraindications

The drug is prescribed for any cough, so it is at the top of the popularity rating of mucolytic drugs. You should definitely familiarize yourself with the indications of Stoptussin before you start taking it. Doctors advise patients to choose another drug:

• those suffering from myasthenia gravis;
• pregnant women in the first trimester;
• when breastfeeding;
• for children up to 6 months - drops, for children up to 12 years - tablets;
• with an allergy to the components of the drug.

There are categories of patients who should take this medicine with extreme caution when:

• chronic cough associated with smoking;
• bronchial asthma;
• chronic bronchitis and emphysema;
• tuberculosis;
• pneumococcosis;
• second and third trimesters of pregnancy.

In addition, the drug has side effects, which are an indication for discontinuation of use. An allergy to the drug or an overdose causes the following complications:

• nausea;
• headache;
• vomiting;
• drowsiness;
• hives;
• dizziness;
• diarrhea;
• stomach ache;
• skin rash.

Is it possible to interact with other drugs?

The drug combines well with other medications that stimulate expectoration. When combined with antibacterial agents, the effectiveness of the latter increases. It is not recommended to take Stoptussin phyto syrup in combination with antitussive medications that affect the patient’s central nervous system. These groups of drugs have multidirectional mechanisms of action, which increases the risk of sputum stagnation in the bronchi.

Possible side effects

If the patient strictly adheres to the dosage, the medicine is well tolerated. In case of overdose, non-compliance with contraindications and increased susceptibility to the components of the drug, side effects occur in the form of:

• dizziness, headaches, drowsiness;
• tachycardia, shortness of breath, pain in the sternum;
• skin rashes, itching, redness;
• nausea, bitter taste in the mouth, stool disorders.

If unpleasant symptoms develop, it is better to stop taking the medication and seek help from a doctor.

Special instructions, conditions of sale and storage

The cough syrup described contains ethanol. The use of the product is not recommended for people who, at the time of treatment, are employed in production, where increased concentration of attention is required. The manufacturer in the official documents for the drug does not indicate the specific effects of the drug on car drivers, however, you should not drive for 1 hour after consuming the syrup.

The medicine is dispensed without the presentation of additional documents (prescription). Shelf life – 4 years. The conditions of detention are standard - a dark, dry place at temperatures up to 25 degrees.

Overdose

If the dosage limit is exceeded, the following negative reaction of the body is possible (guaifenesin poisoning):

• Nausea
• General weakness
• Drowsiness
• Vomit
• Urolithiasis.

If these symptoms appear, you should stop taking the drug immediately. Then rinse the stomach.

The use of sorbents, drugs to support cardiac activity, kidney function and respiratory organs helps to stop the body’s negative reaction.

Analogs and prices in pharmacies

Stoptussin phyto is a representative of the group of antitussives. The average price per bottle ranges from 220 to 250 rubles.

If you have individual intolerance or are unable to purchase the appropriate medication, you can use the following analogues:

1. Ascoril syrup;
2. Altemix Broncho;
3. Bronchostop;
4. Ambrobene;
5. Pertussin and others.

Before purchasing an analogue of syrup or replacing a medicine, you must notify your doctor.

Analogs

Analogs of Stoptussin include the following medications:

1. Sinecode belongs to the Stoptussin substitutes in the clinical and pharmacological group. It contains butamirate as an active ingredient and is available in drops (can be taken from 2 months) and in syrup (from 3 years). For dry cough of various etiologies, the drug can be taken in the second and third trimester of pregnancy.
2. Codelac Neo contains butamirate as an active ingredient and is used to suppress dry cough regardless of its cause. Available in drops, syrup and tablets with modified release of the active substance. Codelac Neo can be taken by patients older than 2 months (drops).
3. Tussin Plus is available in syrup, which can be used from 6 years of age. It is a substitute for Stoptussin in the therapeutic group. The drug has an antitussive and expectorant effect. It is allowed to be prescribed to pregnant and lactating patients.
4. Ascoril is a combination drug that is a substitute for the drug Stoptussin in the therapeutic group. In tablets, it is approved for use as an expectorant and mucolytic medication from 6 years of age. In syrup it can be taken at an earlier age.