Actime-600 Orange Effervescent Tablet is a mucolytic agent (sputum thinner) used to treat acute (short term) and chronic (long term) respiratory diseases associated with excess mucus. Actime-600 Orange Effervescent Tablet works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nasal passage. Thereby, making it easier to cough out phlegm. Actime-600 Orange Effervescent Tablet is used in the treatment of conditions such as emphysema (shortness of breath), bronchitis (inflammation of mucous membranes in the airways), bronchiectasis (chronic widening of airway passage), and mucoviscidosis/cystic fibrosis (thick mucous clogs different parts of the body).

FAQs

How does Actime-600 Orange Effervescent Tablet work?

Actime-600 Orange Effervescent Tablet contains Acetylcysteine that belongs to the class of mucolytic agents (cough/sputum thinner). It works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in lungs, windpipe and nose. Thereby, helps to cough out easily.

What foods are to be avoided while taking Actime-600 Orange Effervescent Tablet ?

You are recommended to avoid histamine rich foods such as tomatoes, wine and processed foods as it may cause histamine intolerance by affecting the way histamine is broken down in the body leading to symptoms such as flushing (redness of the skin), migraine headaches, skin rash, itching and rhinitis (runny and stuffy nose). Therefore, if you are allergic to histamine or cannot tolerate food and drinks rich in histamine, please inform your doctor before taking Actime-600 Orange Effervescent Tablet .

Can I take Actime-600 Orange Effervescent Tablet with antibiotics?

You are not recommended to take Actime-600 Orange Effervescent Tablet with antibiotics such as tetracycline, amoxicillin, amikacin and gentamicin at the same time as it may reduce the effectiveness of antibiotics. However, if you are supposed to take these medicines together, maintain a time gap of minimum of 2 hours between taking Actime-600 Orange Effervescent Tablet and antibiotics. However, please consult a doctor before using Actime-600 Orange Effervescent Tablet with antibiotics or any other medicines.

How long should I take Actime-600 Orange Effervescent Tablet ?

You are recommended to take Actime-600 Orange Effervescent Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the symptoms worsen or persist after 1 week of using Actime-600 Orange Effervescent Tablet , please consult your doctor.

Can I stop taking Actime-600 Orange Effervescent Tablet on my own?

You are not recommended to stop taking Actime-600 Orange Effervescent Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen cough or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Actime-600 Orange Effervescent Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Actime-600 Orange Effervescent Tablet , please consult your doctor.