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RiteMED Lagundi

RiteMED Lagundi

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RiteMED

Distributor:

RiteMED
Full Prescribing Info
Contents
Vitex negundo L. (dried lagundi leaves).
Description
Each 5 mL (1 teaspoonful) of syrup contains the extract from Vitex negundo L. (Dried Lagundi Leaves) 300 mg.
Kamala (Tagalog): Kalipa-madam (Maguindanao); Tugas (Cebu, Samar); Dangla, Lagundi (Bisaya, Tag., IIk., Bik.); Limo-limo, Lingo-lingo (Ilocos); lingei (Bontok); Molave-aso, Magupay (Sulu); 5-leaved Chaste Tree (English).
Lagundi is an erect, branched shrub that grows up to 5 meters high and is found throughout the Philippine archipelago. Its leaves are green, palmate and composed of 5 leaflets which are pointed at both ends. The middle leaflets are larger than the others. It has small violet flowers (6mm) and bears tiny black succulent fruits.
Our Lagundi are nurtured organically in environment-friendly farms.
The National Integrated Research Program on Medicinal Plants (NIRPROMP) has validated scientifically the ancient popular knowledge and practices of our traditional healers. They have established in both animal and human studies, the wide margin of safety and efficacy of Lagundi as Cough Remedy and Anti-Asthma Medicine.
Indications/Uses
For the relief of mild to moderate cough due to common colds, flu and mild to moderate acute bronchitis; for relief of reversible mild to moderate bronchospasm in adults and children 2 years of age and older with obstructive airway disease such as asthma and chronic bronchitis.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Adults: 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls) 3 to 4 times a day. Dose may be increased as needed, per physician's advice.
Children: 15 mg/kg/dose (or 0.25 mL/kg/dose) administered 3 times a day.
2-4 years old (10 to 15.5 kg): 1/2 to 1 teaspoonful 3 times a day.
4-6 years old (15.5 kg to 20 kg): 1 teaspoonful 3 times a day.
6-12 years old (20 to 40 kg) 1 ½ to 2 teaspoonfuls 3 times a day.
13 years old and above (over 40 kg): 2 teaspoonfuls 3 times a day.
Or, as prescribed by the physician.
Overdosage
No reported overdose.
Contraindications
There are no known contraindications.
Special Precautions
Patients with allergy to flavors such as ponkan. Safety among pregnant and lactating women has not been studied.
Adverse Reactions
None were reported in the clinical trials of the syrup. Only mild side effects on a few patients, such as itchiness, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea without predominant complaint were reported for the tablets.
Drug Interactions
Drug interactions have not been studied.
Storage
Store at temperatures not exceeding 30°C.
SHAKE WELL BEFORE USING.
MIMS Class
Cough & Cold Preparations
ATC Classification
R05FB02 - cough suppressants and expectorants ; Belongs to the class of other cough suppressants and expectorants. Used in the treatment of cough.
Presentation/Packing
Form
RiteMED Lagundi syr 300 mg/5 mL
Packing/Price
120 mL x 1's (P130/bottle);60 mL x 1's (P90/bottle)
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