DoppelherzĀ® aktiv Thymepect Cough Syrup for Children

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What is the main purpose of DoppelherzĀ® aktiv Thymepect Cough Syrup for Children?

  • To boost the appetite of children
  • To relieve chesty or productive coughs in children (correct)
  • To treat fever in children
  • To promote better sleep in children

Which ingredient in the syrup is responsible for its throat-soothing effects?

  • Honey (correct)
  • Thyme
  • Citric acid
  • Elderberry juice concentrate

What is the role of thyme in the DoppelherzĀ® aktiv Thymepect Cough Syrup?

  • To strengthen the immune system
  • To stimulate mucus secretion and aid its elimination (correct)
  • To sweeten the syrup
  • To reduce fever in children

What is the energetic value of DoppelherzĀ® aktiv Thymepect Cough Syrup per 5 ml?

<p>20 kcal/84 kj (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the syrup has antimicrobial activity attributed to compounds like thymol?

<p>Thyme fluid extract (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of including elderberry juice concentrate in the syrup?

<p>To strengthen the immune system (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the therapeutic effect of DoppelherzĀ® aktiv Thymepect Cough Syrup primarily aimed at?

<p>Soothing sore throat and reducing cough (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily dosage of the DoppelherzĀ® aktiv Thymepect Cough Syrup for children aged 1-5 years?

<p>3 times 2.5 ml (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of elderberry juice concentrate in the DoppelherzĀ® aktiv Thymepect Cough Syrup?

<p>To boost the immune system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of guaifenesin, a common expectorant ingredient found in cough and cold medications?

<p>To thin and loosen respiratory mucus (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the clinical trial mentioned, what was the conclusion drawn regarding the use of over-the-counter cough medicines for acute cough in adults?

<p>They are not recommended due to lack of compelling evidence. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of thyme in the DoppelherzĀ® aktiv Thymepect Cough Syrup?

<p>To act as a natural expectorant (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the study emphasize about the effectiveness of various categories of cough medicines compared to a placebo?

<p>They had small effect sizes with doubtful clinical relevance. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of including honey in the DoppelherzĀ® aktiv Thymepect Cough Syrup?

<p>To improve antioxidant capacity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are expectorants particularly beneficial for productive coughs?

<p>&quot;They help in clearing excessive mucus from the airways.&quot; (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

"Thymus marschallianus" had a higher concentration of active ingredients, which mainly improve its:

<p>&quot;Antioxidant capacity&quot; (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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