Ivispan Ivy Leaf 7mg/ml Cough Syrup

Ivispan Ivy Leaf 7mg/ml Cough Syrup is an oral herbal cough syrup formulated with dry extract of ivy leaf (Hedera helix), standardised to 7mg per ml (equivalent to 35mg per 5ml spoonful). It belongs to the phytomedicine/herbal cough preparation class, in the same formulation category as other ivy-leaf-extract cough syrups sold in Malaysia and the region.

Ivispan is sold OTC (Over-the-Counter) in Malaysia, meaning it can be purchased without needing a doctor’s prescription for standard use in adults and children above the age stated on the pack. Compared with combination cough-and-cold syrups that mix several active ingredients (such as antihistamines, decongestants or antitussives), Ivispan is formulated as a single-ingredient herbal extract syrup.

The syrup is supplied in a 100ml bottle with a measuring cup or oral syringe for accurate dosing. Always check the concentration and ingredient list on your specific pack, as ivy leaf extract syrups from different manufacturers can vary in strength (mg per ml) and should not be assumed interchangeable without checking the label.

Shake the bottle well before each use. Measure the dose using the cup or oral syringe supplied with the product, following the age-based dosing table on the pack insert, and give the syrup directly by mouth. It can be taken with or without food.

Do not exceed the frequency or volume stated on the pack, and always re-cap the bottle tightly after use. If giving to a child, use only the measuring device supplied with this specific product, as devices from other syrups may not match this product’s dosing markings.

Dosing for ivy leaf extract cough syrup is typically age-based rather than weight-based, and the exact volume per dose and frequency should always be confirmed against the dosing table printed on this product’s pack insert, as this can differ between manufacturers even at the same mg/ml concentration. As a general reference for standard-strength ivy leaf syrups, dosing is commonly given two to three times daily, but caregivers and adult users should follow the specific chart on the Ivispan pack rather than a generic figure.

Do not exceed the maximum daily dose stated on the packaging. If a dose is missed, give it when remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose, in which case skip the missed dose rather than doubling up. See a doctor or pharmacist if cough persists beyond 1 week, is accompanied by high fever, difficulty breathing, chest pain, or if you are unsure of the correct dose for a young child.

Use Ivispan Ivy Leaf 7mg/ml Cough Syrup before the expiry date printed on the bottle and carton. Once opened, follow any in-use period stated on the pack insert or label, and discard the bottle after that period even if syrup remains.

Store below 30°C (or as specified on the label), in a dry place away from direct sunlight, and do not freeze. Keep the bottle tightly capped between uses and out of the reach of children.

• Common: Mild gastrointestinal discomfort, such as nausea, stomach upset or diarrhoea, particularly if taken on an empty stomach.
• Common: Occasional mild vomiting, especially in children given a larger-than-recommended volume.
• Serious: Signs of an allergic reaction, such as skin rash, itching, swelling of the lips, face or throat, wheezing, or difficulty breathing — stop the syrup immediately and seek urgent medical attention, as ivy leaf extract can occasionally trigger a reaction in people sensitive to plants in the Araliaceae family.
• Serious: Severe or persistent vomiting, or diarrhoea that does not settle — seek medical advice.

• Known allergy or hypersensitivity to ivy leaf (Hedera helix), other plants in the Araliaceae family, or any other ingredient in the syrup.
• Not recommended for infants below the minimum age stated on the pack without specific advice from a doctor or pharmacist.
• Caution in people with a known sensitivity to other herbal/plant-based extracts, as cross-reactivity is possible.
• Do not use to self-treat a cough accompanied by high fever, breathlessness, or chest pain without first seeking medical assessment, as these can indicate a condition needing more than a cough syrup.

• Ivy leaf extract has not been shown to have clinically significant interactions with most common OTC medicines when used as directed, but as with any herbal product, inform your pharmacist or doctor of all other medicines and supplements being taken.
• Caution is advised if taken together with other cough or cold products that also contain plant-based expectorant ingredients, to avoid unnecessary duplication of similar effects.
• No specific food restrictions are required, though taking the syrup with a small amount of food may reduce the chance of mild stomach upset in sensitive individuals.

• Always shake the bottle well before measuring a dose.
• Use only the measuring device supplied with this specific bottle.
• Give at roughly evenly spaced intervals through the day rather than clustering doses together.
• Check other cough, cold or herbal products being taken to avoid duplicating similar ingredients.
• Keep the bottle tightly capped and store away from direct sunlight and heat.
• Note the date the bottle was first opened so you know when to discard any remaining syrup.

Precautions: Pregnant or breastfeeding women should check with a doctor or pharmacist before use, as clinical data on herbal cough syrups in pregnancy is generally more limited than for conventional medicines. Caregivers giving this syrup to young children should always confirm the age is above the manufacturer’s stated minimum and use only the measuring device supplied with the product. People with a known sensitivity to other plant-based extracts or allergies should be alert to early signs of a reaction on first use.

When to See a Doctor or Pharmacist: Seek medical advice if a cough persists beyond 1 week, is accompanied by high fever, breathlessness, chest pain, or coughing up blood, if symptoms worsen instead of improving, or if you are ever unsure of the correct dose for a young child’s age and weight.