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Lupituss Syrup

Manufactured byLupin Ltd.
ContainsLevocloperastine
Description
Lupituss Syrup is a cough suspension that contains levocloperastine. It is used for the treatment of a dry cough. The medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 2 years of age. It dissolves the thick mucus formed in the air passages making it easier for you to cough it out. It suppresses the cough by blocking the activity of cough centres in your brain. Lupituss Syrup has some side effects like tiredness, dizziness, nausea, dryness in the mouth and severe thirst. Use Lupituss Syrup only if prescribed by your physician. Avoid driving or any other activity that requires concentration as it may make you sleepy and dizzy. Lupituss Syrup should be used as prescribed by your doctor. Complete the entire treatment course even if symptoms subside for the best results. If your cough does not get better with Lupituss Syrup even after 1 week of treatment or you develop a fever, rash and headache, consult your doctor immediately. Lupituss Syrup is not recommended for use if you have diabetes, heart disease and kidney or liver diseases as it can worsen your condition. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Lupituss Syrup

Zerotuss SF Syrup
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Zerotuss Syrup
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Lupituss Syrup

  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain and discomfort
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Rash
  • Drowsiness or sleepiness
  • Fatigue
  • Palpitations

Uses of Lupituss Syrup

What is it prescribed for?

  • Dry Cough
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    You will feel better within 15 mins after taking Lupituss Syrup.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Lupituss Syrup remains active in the body is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Lupituss Syrup.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Lupituss Syrup is not recommended for use in pregnancy due to the risk of harmful effects on your foetus. Consult your doctor to discuss potential risks and benefits.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Lupituss Syrup is not recommended for use in breastfeeding. An alternate medicine may be preferred. Consult your doctor to discuss potential risks and benefits.

Allergy

Avoid using Lupituss Syrup if you are previously allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of serious allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Lupituss Syrup is not recommended for use in pregnancy due to the risk of harmful effects on your foetus. Consult your doctor to discuss potential risks and benefits.

Breast-feeding

Lupituss Syrup is not recommended for use in breastfeeding. An alternate medicine may be preferred. Consult your doctor to discuss potential risks and benefits.
General warnings

Use in Paediatrics

Lupituss Syrup is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years of age since the safety and efficacy data is not available.

Use in Elderly Patients

Lupituss Syrup should be used with caution in elderly patients due to the increased risk of undesirable effects. Appropriate dose adjustments are necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Heart disease

Lupituss Syrup should be used with caution if you have a history of heart diseases due to the increased risk of worsening your condition. Based on the clinical condition, close monitoring of your condition, appropriate dose adjustments may be required. Consult your doctor.

Seizures

Lupituss Syrup should be used with caution if you have a history of seizure disorders due to the increased risk of worsening your condition. Based on the clinical condition, close monitoring of your condition, appropriate dose adjustments may be required. Consult your doctor.

Heperthyroidism

Lupituss Syrup should be used with caution if you have hyperthyroidism (high thyroid levels) due to the increased risk of worsening your condition. Based on the clinical condition, close monitoring of your condition, appropriate dose adjustments may be required. Consult your doctor.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Lupituss Syrup as soon as you remember. If your next dosage is near, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to compensate for a missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose of Lupituss Syrup.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Antidepressants

CNS Stimulants

Antihistaminics

Sedatives and Tranquilizers

Disease interactions

Diabetes

Use Lupituss Syrup with caution if you are diabetic due to an increased risk of worsening your condition. your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine if required. Regular monitoring of sugar levels is necessary.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Lupituss Syrup as advised by your doctor. Measure the syrup with the special dose-measuring spoon or cup provided with the bottle and not a tablespoon. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects after using Lupituss Syrup. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Keep away from the reach of children and pets. Do not use it after the expiry date. Ensure that unused medicine is disposed of properly. Do not give your medicine to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Lupituss Syrup blocks the signals from the brain that trigger the cough and thus helps in suppressing the cough.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Non-Opioid Antitussive Agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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