
Pharmacological actions:
Herbicough® syrup is a combination of mucolytic and expectorant which reduces the mucus viscosity in the bronchial tract area by breaking down the mucoprotein and acidic mucopolysaccharide in the sputum, thus facilitating expectoration. The containing effective volatile oils form a protective layer over the mucus membrane of the pharynx, larynx and trachea, thereby relief mechanical irritation of the receptors and preventing the cough reflex. This cough syrup also contains extracts of anti-microbial herbs for the prevention of inflammation due to bacterial and virus infections.
Each 10 ml contains extracts of
| Ocimum sanctum .................................... | 100 mg | |
| Adhatoda vasica ...................................... | 60 mg | |
| Glycyrrhiza glabra ................................... | 60 mg | |
| Curcuma longa ........................................ | 50 mg | |
| Tinospora cordifolia.................................. | 30 mg | |
| Coleus aromaticus ................................... | 20 mg | |
| Solanum indicum ..................................... | 20 mg | |
| Aegle marmelos ...................................... | 20 mg | |
| Foeniculum vulgare................................... | 20 mg | |
| Zingiber officinale..................................... | 10 mg | |
| Piper longum ........................................... | 10 mg | |
| Piper nigrum ........................................... | 10 mg | |
| Menthol .................................................. | 6 mg |
Indications:
Symptomatic relief of various kinds of cough
Dosage:
For 2 to 12 years – 5 ml four times daily
For above 12 years – 15 ml four times daily
Quantity supplied:
120 ml per bottle