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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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Oxydex Syrup 60 ml, Pack of 1 SYRUP
Oxydex Syrup 60 ml, Pack of 1 SYRUP
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Composition :

ACEBROPHYLLINE-50MG + MENTHOL-2.5MG + TERBUTALINE-1.25MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Apex Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

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About Oxydex Syrup

Oxydex Syrup belongs to the class of medicines called ‘expectorants’ primarily used to treat Asthma and Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Asthma is a chronic breathing problem that affects the airways in the lungs. These airways, also known as bronchial tubes, allow air to move in and out of the lungs. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic lung disorder in which there is difficulty emptying the air of the lungs (airflow obstruction). Due to this obstruction, patients experience difficulty in breathing.

Acebrophylline, Terbutaline, and Menthol are the active ingredients in Oxydex Syrup. Acebrophylline is a bronchodilator and a mucolytic. It works by relaxing the muscles of the airways as well as thinning and loosening mucus, making breathing easier. Terbutaline functions as a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing airway muscles and widening airways. This makes it easier to breathe. Menthol is an organic chemical that generates a cooling feeling and reduces minor throat irritation. Thus, Oxydex Syrup relieves the symptoms of Asthma and Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Take this medicine as recommended. The common side effects of Oxydex Syrup are stomach pain or discomfort, vomiting, constipation, heartburn, loss of appetite, drowsiness, dizziness, skin rash, itching, nervousness, tremors, and headache. Most of these side effects of Oxydex Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor immediately.

Do not take Oxydex Syrup if you are allergic to any components present in it. Before taking Oxydex Syrup, inform your doctor if you have diabetes, fits, hypotension (low blood pressure), overactive thyroid, hypokalemia (low potassium levels in the blood), stomach ulcers, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), arrhythmias (abnormal heart rhythms), and kidney, liver or heart problems. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Uses of Oxydex Syrup

Asthma, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Directions for Use

Oral Suspension/syrup: Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the recommended dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Medicinal Benefits

Acebrophylline, Terbutaline, and Menthol are the active ingredients in Oxydex Syrup. Acebrophylline is a bronchodilator and a mucolytic. It works by relaxing the muscles of the airways as well as thinning and loosening mucus, making breathing easier. Terbutaline functions as a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing airway muscles and widening airways. This makes it easier to breathe. Menthol is an organic chemical that generates a cooling feeling and reduces minor throat irritation. Altogether it relieves the symptoms of Asthma and Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Side effects of Oxydex Syrup 60 ml
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
Here are the step-by-step strategies to manage the side effects of "indigestion" caused by medication usage:
  • Take medications with food (if recommended): It can help prevent stomach distress and indigestion.
  • Eat smaller, more frequent meals: Divide daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to ease digestion.
  • Avoid trigger foods: Identify and avoid foods that trigger indigestion, such as spicy, fatty, or acidic foods.
  • Stay upright after eating: Sit or stand upright for at least 1-2 hours after eating to prevent stomach acid from flowing into the oesophagus.
  • Avoid carbonated drinks: Avoid drinking carbonated beverages, such as soda or beer, which can worsen indigestion.
  • Manage stress: To alleviate indigestion, engage in stress-reducing activities like deep breathing exercises or meditation.
  • Consult a doctor if needed: If indigestion worsens or persists, consult a healthcare professional to adjust the medication regimen or explore alternative treatments.
Here are the steps to manage Gastrointestinal Air and Swelling (GAS) caused by medication:
  • Tell your doctor about your GAS symptoms. They may change your medication regimen or prescribe additional drugs to help you manage them.
  • To manage GAS symptoms, eat a balanced diet of fibre, vegetables, and fruits.
  • Drink enough water throughout the day to avoid constipation and treat GAS symptoms.
  • Regular exercise like yoga and walking may help stimulate digestion and alleviate GAS symptoms.
  • Take probiotics only if your doctor advises, as they may help alleviate GAS symptoms by promoting gut health.
  • Take medication for GAS symptoms only if your doctor advises, as certain medications can interact with your existing prescriptions or worsen symptoms.
  • If symptoms persist, worsen, or are accompanied by severe abdominal pain, vomiting, or bleeding, seek immediate medical attention.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
Here are the precise steps to cope with diarrhoea caused by medication usage:
  • Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
  • Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
  • Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
  • Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
  • Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
  • Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
  • Skin rash caused by allergies is due to irritants or allergens. Therefore, avoid contact with such irritants.
  • Consult your doctor for proper medication and apply an anti-itch medication. Follow the schedule and use the medication whenever needed.
  • Protect your skin from extreme heat and try to apply wet compresses.
  • Soak in the cool bath, which gives a soothing impact to the affected area.

Drug Warnings

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using the Oxydex Syrup. Oxydex Syrup should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases, liver problems, kidney diseases, electrolyte disturbances, thyroid disorders, and arrhythmias (abnormal heart rhythms). Oxydex Syrup should be used with caution in patients with fits, as it may increase the recurrence of fits. Oxydex Syrup may raise blood glucose levels, so this medicine should be used with caution in patients with diabetes. Oxydex Syrup should be used with caution in elderly patients as they are more prone to side effects such as dizziness and drowsiness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TerbutalineTranylcypromine
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TerbutalineLabetalol
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TerbutalineTranylcypromine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Oxydex Syrup 60 ml:
Combining Tranylcypromine with Oxydex Syrup 60 ml can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Oxydex Syrup 60 ml and Tranylcypromine together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you take multiple medications that can raise your blood pressure, it may increase your risk of having high blood pressure while lying down. It's important to regularly check your blood pressure, especially when lying down or with your head elevated, and watch out for any signs of side effects. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TerbutalineLabetalol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Oxydex Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Labetalol and Oxydex Syrup 60 ml together can decrease the medical benefits of both medications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Labetalol and Oxydex Syrup 60 ml together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. Do not forget to inform the doctor if you have severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or a history of asthma, as labetalol is often not advised in these conditions. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
TerbutalineDisopyramide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Oxydex Syrup 60 ml:
The combined use of Oxydex Syrup 60 ml and Disopyramide can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Oxydex Syrup 60 ml and Disopyramide can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, diarrhea, or vomiting, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
TerbutalineAmisulpride
Severe
How does the drug interact with Oxydex Syrup 60 ml:
Using Oxydex Syrup 60 ml together with amisulpride can increase the risk of severe irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Amisulpride and Oxydex Syrup 60 ml can cause an interaction, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
TerbutalineCarvedilol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Oxydex Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Carvedilol and Oxydex Syrup 60 ml may reduce the beneficial effects of both medications.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Oxydex Syrup 60 ml and Carvedilol, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience shortness of breath, palpitations, or chest discomfort. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TerbutalineGatifloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Oxydex Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Gatifloxacin and Oxydex Syrup 60 ml can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gatifloxacin and Oxydex Syrup 60 ml together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TerbutalineSotalol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Oxydex Syrup 60 ml:
Using sotalol together with Oxydex Syrup 60 ml may reduce the benefits of both medications since they have opposing effects in the body.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Sotalol with Oxydex Syrup 60 ml together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TerbutalineZiprasidone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Oxydex Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Oxydex Syrup 60 ml with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ziprasidone with Oxydex Syrup 60 ml can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TerbutalineLinezolid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Oxydex Syrup 60 ml:
Using Oxydex Syrup 60 ml together with linezolid may increase cardiovascular side effects (heart palpitations, chest pain, increased heart and pulse rates, and blood pressure elevations).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking linezolid with Oxydex Syrup 60 ml together can result in an interaction, they can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you're diagnosed with a history of heart disease or high blood pressure, see your doctor before taking these medications. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor. Do not exceed the doses, frequency, or duration of usage advised by a doctor.
TerbutalineNilotinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Oxydex Syrup 60 ml:
Combining Oxydex Syrup 60 ml and nilotinib can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Oxydex Syrup 60 ml and nilotinib together can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, diarrhea, or vomiting, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid dairy products such as milk as they may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods to have relief from cough. Instead, replace baked foods, fried foods, white bread, white pasta, French fries, sugary desserts, and chips with green leafy vegetables.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dry throat while you cough and loosen mucus.
  • Avoid citrus fruits as they may worsen the cough. Eat fruits rich in water content, such as pears, watermelon, peaches, and pineapples. Honey can also help to reduce cough.
  • Use a cool-mist humidifier as it may help ease coughing.

Side Effects of Oxydex Syrup

  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Skin rash
  • Stomach pain or discomfort
  • Vomiting
  • Constipation
  • Heartburn
  • Loss of appetite
  • Itching
  • Nervousness
  • Headache

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M Pharmacy

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Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:40 AM IST

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FAQs

The active components in Oxydex Syrup are acebrophylline, terbutaline, and menthol. Acebrophylline is a mucolytic and a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing airway muscles and thinning and loosening mucus, making breathing easier. Terbutaline has bronchodilator properties. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and expanding them. This makes breathing easier. Menthol is an organic compound that produces a cooling sensation and alleviates minor throat discomfort. It effectively treats the symptoms of Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

Oxydex Syrup should be used with caution in elderly people as the risk of side-effects such as dizziness and drowsiness are higher in this population.

Oxydex Syrup may raise blood glucose levels. So, this medicine should be used with caution in patients with diabetes. Before taking Oxydex Syrup, it is advised to discuss the possible benefits and risks of this medicine.

Yes, Oxydex Syrup may cause drowsiness or dizziness. It is not necessary for everyone taking Oxydex Syrup to experience this side effect. However, avoid driving if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking Oxydex Syrup.

Special Advise

  • Regular monitoring of blood sugars is advised as Oxydex Syrup may cause fluctuation in blood sugars.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Asthma is a chronic breathing problem that affects the airways in the lungs. The air passages in the lungs become narrow due to inflammation and tightening of the muscles around the small airways.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic lung disorder in which there is difficulty emptying air of the lungs (airflow obstruction). Due to this obstruction, patients experience difficulty breathing or getting tired easily because of this breathing strain. COPD is a general term used for chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or a combination of both.

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Alcohol

Caution

Consumption of alcohol may increase the risk of side effects such as drowsiness. So, limit alcohol intake until your condition improves.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Oxydex Syrup should not be taken until recommended. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before advising them. Please consult your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Oxydex Syrup passes into breast milk and causes harmful effects to the nursing baby. So, its use should be avoided in breastfeeding mothers.

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Driving

Caution

Oxydex Syrup may cause drowsiness. So, driving or operating heavy machinery is not advised.

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Liver

Caution

Oxydex Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Oxydex Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Caution

Oxydex Syrup to be taken with caution, especially if you are children below 12. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending on your age.

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