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Joset cough syrup for children
Last reviewed: 04.07.2025
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It is a medicinal product produced in the form of syrup. The active ingredients are salbutamol sulfate, bromhexine hydrochloride, guaifenesin, and menthol. Additional agents include various chemical components, as well as glycerol, sucrose, glycerol, and lemon juice.
Indications Joset syrup
It is used for acute and chronic forms of bronchopulmonary diseases, which are accompanied by difficulty in expectorating sputum, increased viscosity. Bronchial asthma, chronic bronchitis, tracheobronchitis, pneumonia are direct indications for the prescription of this drug. The syrup is effective even against pulmonary tuberculosis and pneumoconiosis.
For more information about cough syrups for children, read this article.
Release form
The drug is available in the form of an orange syrup and belongs to the group of expectorants.
Pharmacodynamics
This is a combination drug that has a bronchodilator, expectorant and mucolytic effect. With the help of salbutamol, it is possible to prevent and stop bronchospasm, with the help of bromhexine, the viscosity of sputum is reduced, and also the secretory cells of the bronchial membranes are stimulated.
With the help of guaifenesin, the surface tension of the bronchi and lung tissue decreases, and the serous component of sputum increases, as a result of which the viscosity of sputum decreases, and the ciliary apparatus of the bronchi is activated. All this facilitates the discharge of sputum, and contributes to the fact that the cough goes from an unproductive state to a productive one, in which sputum is discharged.
Menthol has an antispasmodic effect on the body and also stimulates the secretion of the bronchial glands. Menthol has an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect. Menthol also soothes the mucous membrane, reduces irritation of the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract.
Dosing and administration
The drug is prescribed to patients under 6 years of age, one teaspoon of the drug; for children over 6 years of age, the dosage of the drug is gradually increased to 1-2 teaspoons. Children over 12 years of age are prescribed 2 teaspoons of the drug. The frequency of administration is three times a day.
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Contraindications
The drug is contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity to its individual components, as well as in case of hypersensitivity to its individual components. Contraindicated in various diseases of the heart, blood vessels, blood diseases, diabetes, hyperthyroidism, glaucoma, and other eye diseases. Not recommended for diseases of the digestive system, chronic and acute liver and kidney failure, gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer. Patients suffering from arterial hypertension and other similar diseases should take the drug with caution.
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Side effects Joset syrup
The main side effects include symptoms such as headache, dizziness, convulsions, drowsiness, tremors, and seizures. Also, various gastrointestinal disorders are considered as side effects: diarrhea, nausea, vomiting. Patients' urine may be colored pink. This is an unfavorable sign. Various allergic reactions, both immediate and delayed, may also be observed. Bronchospasm may be observed.
Overdose
In case of overdose, cough symptoms may increase, and all the side effects described above may also occur. It should not be prescribed simultaneously with drugs that contain codeine. It should also not be prescribed simultaneously with antitussives. Bromhexine, which is part of the drug, has the ability to enhance the effect of antibiotics. It promotes their better penetration into tissues. It is not recommended to take the drug together with beta-adrenergic receptor blockers.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Joset cough syrup for children" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.