Is Ascoril LS An Appropriate Medication For A Cough Along With Mucus Discharge During Pregnancy?

Posted on Sat, 17 Feb 2018

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Question : My wife is 6th month pregnent and getting cough with mucus.May I use Ascoril LS -5ml per day?

Answered by Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Avoid.

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Sorry for the delayed response.

I have noted your query.

Syp Ascoril LS is contraindicated in Pregnancy. Avoid giving the same.

You can instead give Tab CPM or Tab Cetrizine.

Hope, I answered your query.

Wish you good health.

Regards,
Dr. Raju A.T, General & Family Physician

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T