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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Salfin Syrup is used to treat cough. It contains Salbutamol and Guaifenesin, which relaxes muscles and widens the airways. Thereby, it makes breathing easier. It works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reduce the stickiness of mucus, and helps to remove it from the airways. Some people may experience side effects such as nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, stomach upset, headache, dizziness, skin rash, tremor, restlessness, tension and rapid heartbeat. 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. Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medicine to loosen mucus.
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Orison Pharma International

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Salfin Syrup

Salfin Syrup 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. 

Salfin Syrup 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 Salfin Syrup as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Salfin Syrup 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 Salfin Syrup 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 Salfin Syrup or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Salfin Syrup 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 Salfin Syrup. If you have diabetes, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Salfin Syrup. If you are about to undergo any surgery that requires anesthesia, please inform your doctor that you are taking Salfin Syrup. 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 Salfin Syrup 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 Salfin Syrup.

Uses of Salfin Syrup

Treatment of Cough

Directions for Use

• Salfin Syrup can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor.• It is usually taken every 6-8 hours or as directed by your doctor.• Shake the bottle well before each use. • Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup provided with the pack.• Avoid using regular household spoons, as they may not measure the dose correctly.

Medicinal Benefits

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

How Salfin Syrup Works

Salfin Syrup 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.

Storage

Keep Salfin Syrup out of the sight and reach of children.

What if I have taken an overdose of Salfin Syrup

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

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Salfin Syrup or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Salfin Syrup. Salfin Syrup 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 Salfin Syrup. If you are about to undergo any surgery that requires anesthesia, please inform your doctor that you are taking Salfin Syrup. 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 Salfin Syrup 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 Salfin Syrup.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Salfin Syrup:
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How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Salfin Syrup with Procarbazine can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Salfin Syrup:
Using levobunolol and Salfin Syrup together can reduce the benefits of both drugs and can cause narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
The combined use of levobunolol and Salfin Syrup can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. Don't forget to inform if you have any history of asthma, or severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Salfin Syrup:
The combined use of Papaverine and Salfin Syrup can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Papaverine and Salfin Syrup can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Salfin Syrup:
Coadministration of mifepristone and Salfin Syrup can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Salfin Syrup with mifepristone together is avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Salfin Syrup:
Using propranolol and Salfin Syrup together can reduce the effects or increase the risk of narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
The combined use of propranolol and Salfin Syrup can lead to an interaction, but they can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
SalbutamolPindolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Salfin Syrup:
Using pindolol and Salfin Syrup together can increase the risk of narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
The combined use of pindolol and Salfin Syrup can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience Coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and high-pitched breathing, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SalbutamolPenbutolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Salfin Syrup:
Coadministration of Penbutolol and Salfin Syrup can reduce the effects of both medications and can cause narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Penbutolol and Salfin Syrup can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience Coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and high-pitched breathing, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Salfin Syrup:
Co-administration of Salfin Syrup with timolol can increase the risk of narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Salfin Syrup and timolol together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience Coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and high-pitched breathing, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Salfin Syrup:
Co-administration of Salbutaml with Labetalol, the effectiveness of Salfin Syrup might be reduced.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Labetalol and Salfin Syrup together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Salfin Syrup:
Coadministration of Carvedilol and Salfin Syrup may reduce the effects of both medications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Carvedilol and Salfin Syrup, they can be taken if your doctor advises. Consult your doctor if you experience shortness of breath, chest pain or any difficulties in breathing. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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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.

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EXPECTORANT AND COUGH PRODUCTS
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Alcohol

Caution

Interaction of alcohol with Salfin Syrup is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Salfin Syrup.

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of Salfin Syrup 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 Salfin Syrup is excreted in human milk. So, it is advisable to avoid breastfeeding while using Salfin Syrup. Salfin Syrup should be given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Caution

Salfin Syrup may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Salfin Syrup.

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Liver

Caution

Take Salfin Syrup 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 Salfin Syrup 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

Salfin Syrup is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. However, please consult a doctor before using Salfin Syrup in children.

Have a query?

FAQs

Salfin Syrup is used to treat cough.

Salfin Syrup 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.

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

No, you are not recommended to take propranolol with Salfin Syrup 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 Salfin Syrup.

Salfin Syrup is not recommended for diabetic patients as it may increase blood sugar levels. However, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Salfin Syrup.

Yes, Salfin Syrup may cause drowsiness or dizziness. It is not necessary for everyone taking Salfin Syrup to experience this side effect. However, avoid driving or doing any hazardous tasks if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking Salfin Syrup.

You are recommended to take Salfin Syrup 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 Salfin Syrup, please consult your doctor.

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Salfin Syrup without consulting your doctor as it may worsen cough or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Salfin Syrup for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Salfin Syrup, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - SA81670

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