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May-24
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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

NO 43,44,METHA NAGAR EXTN PALLAVARAM ROAD,KUNDRATHUR CHENNAI TN 600069 IN
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FAQs

Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml contains Salbutamol and Guaifenesin. Salbutamol is a bronchodilator that relaxes bronchi (airways) muscles and widens it thereby, makes breathing easier, especially asthma and COPD patients. 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.
Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml should be used with caution in hyperthyroid (overactive thyroid) patients as it may worsen the condition. Inform your doctor if have hyperthyroidism before taking Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately. However, regular monitoring of thyroid hormone levels is recommended while taking Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml.
No, you are not recommended to take propranolol with Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml as it may reduce the effectiveness of both the medicines. Also, propranolol may cause narrowing of airways sometimes, which may trigger severe asthmatic attacks or worsen breathing problems. However, you are recommended to consult a doctor before using other medicines with Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml.
Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml is not recommended for diabetic patients as it may increase blood sugar levels. However, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml.
Yes, Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml may cause drowsiness or dizziness. It is not necessary for everyone taking Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml to experience this side effect. However, avoid driving or doing any hazardous tasks if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml.
You are recommended to take Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the symptoms persist or worsen with rash, fever or persistent headache after one week of using Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml, please consult your doctor.
No, you are not recommended to stop taking Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml without consulting your doctor as it may worsen cough or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml, please consult your doctor.

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Alcohol

Caution

Interaction of alcohol with Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml.

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml 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

Salbutamol present in Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml is excreted in human milk. So, it is advisable to avoid breastfeeding while using Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml. Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml should be given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Caution

Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml.

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Liver

Caution

Take Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml 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 Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml 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

Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. However, please consult a doctor before using Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml in children.

About Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml

Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml belongs to the class of medications called expectorants primarily used to treat cough. Coughing (dry or productive) is a body’s way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus, or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. There are two types of coughs, namely: 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. 

Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml is a combination of two drugs, namely: Salbutamol (bronchodilator) and Guaifenesin (expectorant). Salbutamol belongs to the class of bronchodilators that relaxes muscles and widens the airways. Thereby, it makes breathing easier. Guaifenesin belongs to the class of expectorants that works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reduce the stickiness of mucus, and helps to remove it from the airways.

Take Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, stomach upset, headache, dizziness, skin rash, tremor, restlessness, tension and rapid heartbeat. Most of these side effects of Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml 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 Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml is not recommended for children below 2 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml. If you have diabetes, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml. If you are about to undergo any surgery that requires anesthesia, please inform your doctor that you are taking Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml. If you experience constipation, leg cramps, numbness or tingling, increased urination or thirst, muscle weakness, or irregular heartbeats, contact your doctor as it may be due to low potassium levels in the blood. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml to loosen mucus. If you have diabetes, asthma, overactive thyroid, enlarged prostate, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), kidney, liver, or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml.

Uses of Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml

Cough

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Medicinal Benefits

Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml is a combination of two drugs, namely: Salbutamol (bronchodilator) and Guaifenesin (expectorant). Together Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml helps to relieve respiratory obstruction and improve pulmonary ventilation, especially in the conditions of respiratory disorders like asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema. Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml minimizes the bronchospasm (sudden narrowing of airways) and excessive secretion of viscous mucus (which blocks airways). 

Directions for Use

Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions before use. Take Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml with or without food as prescribed by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup that is provided with the pack.

Side Effects of Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Drowsiness
  • Stomach upset
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Skin rash
  • Tremor
  • Restlessness
  • Tension
  • Rapid heartbeat

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml. Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml is not recommended for children below 2 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you have diabetes, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml. If you are about to undergo any surgery that requires anesthesia, please inform your doctor that you are taking Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml. If you experience constipation, leg cramps, numbness or tingling, increased urination or thirst, muscle weakness, or irregular heartbeats, contact your doctor as it may be due to low potassium levels in the blood. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml to loosen mucus. If you have diabetes, asthma, overactive thyroid, enlarged prostate, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), kidney, liver, or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PROPRANOLOL
  • RESERPINE
  • METHYLDOPA
  • GUANETHIDINE
  • AMITRIPTYLINE
  • IMIPRAMINE
  • AMOXAPINE

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Special Advise

  • Regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml, especially if you have diabetes as Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml may increase blood sugar levels.
  • Monitor blood potassium levels while taking Histonate Plus Expectorant 110 ml, especially in asthma patients, as it may cause low potassium levels in the blood.

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 they may worsen the cough. Eat fruits rich in water content such as pears, watermelon, peaches, and pineapples.