Honycol
Cheaper & Alternative Brands
Same generic (Glycerol + Liquid Sugar), same form (Syrup)
Clinical Prescribing Information
Medical monograph and safety information for healthcare professionals & patients.Indications & Clinical Uses
Honycol is indicated to relief of dry, irritating cough and sore throat. It also assists in relieving productive cough.
Dosage & Administration
Adults including the elderly and children over 5 years
: Two 5 ml spoonful (10 ml)
Children 1-5 years
: One 5 ml spoonful (5 ml)
Children 3 month - under 1 year
: 1/2 - 1 spoonful (2.5 - 5 ml)
The dose should be repeated three or four times a day as required.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients or hereditary fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption syndrome, or sucrase-isomaltase deficiency.
Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
This medicine is unlikely to cause side effects unless the patient is allergic to the ingredients.
Warnings & Precautions
Diabetics should take note of the carbohydrate content of Honycol. Not recommended for children below three months.
Pharmacology & Mechanism of Action
Glycerol is an osmotic dehydrating agent that possesses hygroscopic and lubricating properties. It causes plasma osmolality leading to the movement of water into the plasma from the extravascular spaces via osmosis.