Medicine overview
Description
Composition
Per 5ml: Vasaka (Adhatoda vasica) 1.0g, Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) 0.05g, Marsh Mallow (Althaea officinalis) 0.05g, Cordia dichotoma 0.20g, Common Mallow (Malva sylvestris) 0.05g, Water Lily (Nymphaea nouchali) 0.05g, Indian Pennywort (Centella asiatica) 0.05g, Quince Seeds (Cydonia oblonga) 0.05g, and Acacia (Acacia arabica) 0.025g, plus a Cochiospermum-derived ingredient whose exact quantity is not publicly disclosed by the manufacturer.
Uses & Indications
Alvasin is indicated for various types of cough, common cold, bronchitis, tonsillitis, bronchial asthma, lung congestion, sore throat, hoarseness, and influenza, including dry cough, dry catarrh, and nasal congestion. Its action is described as bronchodilator, antitussive, anti-allergic (histamine-inhibiting), and non-sedative.
Dosage & Administration
Adults: 2-5 teaspoonfuls (10-25ml), 2 times daily. Children: 1-2 teaspoonfuls, 2-4 times daily, or as advised by a physician. Follow the dosing instructions printed on your specific product packaging or insert, or consult a pharmacist or physician.
Precautions & Side Effects
No known contraindications or significant side effects have been reported at the recommended therapeutic dosage. As with any herbal cough/cold product, individuals who are pregnant, breastfeeding, diabetic (given the syrup base), or on other medication should consult a physician before use as a general precaution.
Storage & Safety
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light and out of reach of children. Do not use beyond the expiry date printed on the pack. This listing is for the 100ml pack size, matching the catalog's strength field; Hamdard also sells 225ml and 450ml sizes of the same formulation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Alvasin syrup used for?
A: Alvasin syrup is a Unani herbal formulation traditionally used for cough, common cold, bronchitis, tonsillitis, sore throat, and nasal congestion. It is described as working as a bronchodilator and antitussive in Unani practice, which are traditional rather than clinically proven claims.
Q: What are the key ingredients in Alvasin syrup?
A: Its main ingredients are vasaka, licorice, marsh mallow, common mallow, water lily, Indian pennywort, and quince seeds, among other traditional botanicals. It does not contain a modern synthetic cough suppressant.
Q: How much Alvasin syrup should I take?
A: Adults typically take 2-5 teaspoonfuls twice daily, and children take 1-2 teaspoonfuls, 2-4 times daily, or as a physician advises. Follow the exact dosing printed on your pack or product insert.
Q: Is Alvasin syrup non-sedating?
A: Yes, it is described by the manufacturer as non-sedative, so it is not expected to cause drowsiness the way some cough medicines do. Individual response can still vary, so avoid driving until you know how it affects you.
Q: Can diabetics take Alvasin syrup?
A: People with diabetes should consult a physician before use because it is a syrup-based formulation with a sugar base. This is a general precaution for syrup-form herbal medicines rather than a specific warning from the manufacturer.
Q: Is Alvasin syrup safe during pregnancy?
A: Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should consult a physician before use, along with anyone taking other medication. This is a standard precaution recommended for herbal cough and cold products.
Q: How should Alvasin syrup be stored?
A: Store it in a cool, dry place away from direct light and out of reach of children, and do not use it beyond the expiry date on the pack.
Disclaimer
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