Adco-Linctopent Syrup
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 8 January 2025
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Cough associated with wheeziness and tenacious phlegm.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 10-20 ml three times daily; Children 3-12 years: 5-10 ml; 1-3 years: 2.5-5 ml; Infants: 2.5 ml.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 15 mins, Duration: Not specified.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Hepatic impairment
- Renal impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety not established; may inhibit uterine contractions.
Key Drug Interactions
- MAOIs
- Beta-blockers
- Cardiac glycosides
- Corticosteroids
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Thyrotoxicosis
- Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
Common side effects
- Allergic reactions
- Hypokalaemia
- Nervousness
- Tachycardia
- Gastric irritation
Counselling Points
- Shake before use
- Avoid driving if drowsy
- Do not exceed recommended dose
Serious warnings
- Caution in asthmatics
- Risk of hypokalaemia
- May induce ventricular fibrillation with certain anesthetics
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