Unifed Expectorant Syrup, 120 ml

Unifed Expectorant Syrup combines Guaifenesin as an expectorant with an antihistamine for the symptomatic relief of chesty cough, mucus congestion, and the runny nose component of cold and flu symptoms. Guaifenesin reduces the viscosity of respiratory tract mucus, making it easier to clear through coughing, while the antihistamine reduces the secretory contribution to nasal and chest congestion. The combination addresses both the productive cough and the upper respiratory symptoms simultaneously.

Specs

• Active ingredients: Guaifenesin (expectorant), Antihistamine (check label for specific compound)
• Form: Oral syrup
• Volume: 120ml
• Action: Expectorant + antihistamine
• Suitable for: Adults and children as per dosing table

Benefits

• Guaifenesin reduces the viscosity and elasticity of mucus in the respiratory tract, making it less sticky and easier to move upward through coughing - this facilitates more productive coughs that clear the airways rather than the dry, unproductive hacking that viscous mucus causes
• The antihistamine component reduces the secretion of watery mucus driven by histamine-mediated processes in allergic and viral upper respiratory conditions, addressing the runny nose and post-nasal drip that contribute to throat irritation and cough
• The combined expectorant and antihistamine approach is appropriate for the mixed chesty and watery cough presentation that accompanies many viral upper respiratory infections where both viscous chest mucus and watery nasal secretions contribute to the symptom complex
• The syrup format allows flexible weight-based dosing for children across a range of ages and provides ease of administration for children who cannot swallow solid dosage forms
• 120ml provides approximately 8 to 12 days of treatment at typical adult dosing frequency, sufficient for a full cold episode treatment course

How to Use

• Adults: take 2 teaspoons (10ml) every 4 hours
• Children: dose based on age and weight - refer to dosing table on the packaging
• Shake the bottle before each use
• Drink a full glass of water after each dose to enhance the expectorant effect of Guaifenesin
• Do not exceed the maximum daily dose stated on the packaging
• Do not use for more than 7 days without physician review
• Consult a physician if cough is accompanied by fever, coloured sputum, or shortness of breath
• Not suitable for children under 2 years without physician direction