Prospan 120ml Syp

Overview

Prospan 120ml Syrup is a herbal cough syrup formulated with ivy leaves dry extract. It is used for catarrhal diseases of the respiratory tract and for improving symptoms of chronic-inflammatory bronchial disorders or acute respiratory tract inflammation accompanied by cough. The syrup is intended to support mucus clearance and ease cough associated with chest congestion, while remaining suitable for use without a prescription when taken exactly as directed.

This product is a medicine, not an ordinary beverage or sweet syrup. The 120ml pack contains 0.84g ivy leaves dry extract with a drug-extract ratio of 5–7.5:1. This corresponds to 35mg ivy leaves dry extract per 5ml dose.

Benefits

• Helps loosen thick bronchial mucus
• Supports easier coughing up of mucus
• May ease cough associated with respiratory tract catarrh
• Useful for cough symptoms linked to bronchial irritation

Key Features

• Herbal cough syrup with ivy leaves dry extract
• 35mg ivy leaves dry extract per 5ml
• 120ml oral syrup solution
• Used for catarrhal respiratory tract conditions
• Available without prescription according to the product leaflet
• Manufactured by Engelhard Arzneimittel GmbH & Co. KG

Dosage and How to Use

• How to use: Shake the bottle well before use. Measure the dose accurately with the enclosed measuring cup or suitable dosing device and take by mouth as directed.
• Administration: Oral administration as a syrup solution; shake well and measure accurately before taking.
• Recommended dose: Children below 6 years: 2.5ml twice daily. Children 6 to 12 years: 5ml twice daily. Children over 12 years and adults: 5ml three times daily, unless otherwise directed by a doctor.
• Adult dose: Adults and children over 12 years: 5ml three times daily, unless otherwise directed by a doctor.
• Pediatric use: Children below 6 years: 2.5ml twice daily. Children 6 to 12 years: 5ml twice daily. Children under 1 year should only use after consulting a doctor.
• Elderly use: No elderly-specific dosage is provided in the available product information; use as directed by a doctor or pharmacist.
• When to take: Usually taken in the morning, at noon when scheduled, and in the evening according to the age-based dosing regimen.
• Maximum daily dose: Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Adults and children over 12 years are usually directed to take 5ml three times daily unless prescribed otherwise.
• Missed dose: Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Continue taking Prospan as prescribed or as directed in the leaflet.
• Overdose: Do not exceed the recommended dose. Significantly higher amounts, especially more than three times the daily dose, may lead to nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea; consult a doctor if overdose occurs.

Specifications

Side Effects

Common side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Gastrointestinal discomfort
• Possible laxative effect due to sorbitol

Serious side effects (seek medical help)

• Shortness of breath
• Swelling
• Severe skin redness
• Itching or signs of allergic reaction

Allergic reaction

Very rare allergic reactions may occur, including shortness of breath, swelling, skin redness, or itching. Stop use and seek medical help if allergy symptoms appear.

Safety and Precautions

• Consult a doctor if symptoms persist, worsen, or are accompanied by shortness of breath, fever, purulent sputum, or bloody sputum.
• Do not use if allergic to ivy leaves dry extract or any ingredient in the syrup.
• Contains sorbitol; people with rare hereditary fructose intolerance should not use it unless advised by a healthcare professional.
• Children under 1 year should only use after consulting a doctor.
• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using, have recently used, or may use other medicines.
• Use the measuring cup or suitable dosing device for accurate dosing.
• Do not continue prolonged self-treatment if cough symptoms do not improve.
• Monitor young children for diarrhea or vomiting during use.

When not to use

Hypersensitivity or allergy to ivy leaves dry extract or any other ingredient of Prospan. Patients with rare hereditary fructose intolerance should not use this medicine unless advised by a healthcare professional.

Special populations

• Pregnancy: During pregnancy, use only after consulting a doctor.
• Breastfeeding: During breastfeeding, use only after consulting a doctor.
• Driving: The leaflet states no special precautions are needed for driving and using machines.

Interactions

Drugs:

• No interactions are known so far in the available leaflet, but studies have not been carried out. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines you use.

Conditions:

• Use caution or seek medical advice in hereditary fructose intolerance, persistent cough, shortness of breath, fever, purulent sputum, or bloody sputum.

Storage and Disposal

• Store below 25°C. Do not use after the expiry date. Use within 3 months after first opening.
• Store below 25°C.
• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Do not dispose of medicines through wastewater. Ask a pharmacist how to dispose of expired or unused medicine.

Disclaimer

This information is for general product education and e-commerce content only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always read the leaflet and use as directed by a doctor, pharmacist, or the product instructions.