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About Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges

Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges contains an anti-tussive (relieve cough) medication primarily used to treat dry cough. Cough is a reflex action that helps to clear any foreign irritant or mucus in the throat. Mostly cough lasts for a short time (two to three weeks), so it is acute. But sometimes, if it is persistent for more than eight weeks it can lead to chronic cough. Dry cough refers to a cough where there is no mucus or secretion along with cough.

Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges contains Dextromethorphan, which is a cough suppressant. It works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough. Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges is generally prescribed for short-term treatment of dry cough. It does not treat chronic cough or cough caused due to smoking, emphysema, and asthma.

Take Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges based on your medical conditionThe most common side effects of Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges are dizziness, drowsiness, sleepiness, confusion, and nausea. Most of these side effects of Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges if you are allergic to Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges or Dextromethorphan. Increase the intake of fluids so that the mucus present loosens and the throat remains lubricated. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges . Also, mention all the OTC medicines you are talking to your doctor about before taking Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges . Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges should not be stopped abruptly as it might lead to withdrawal symptoms like irritability, anxiety, diarrhoea, restlessness, and increased blood pressure. If your condition does not improve or your cough comes back or occurs with fever or rash, please visit the doctor immediately as this could due be serious.

Uses of Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges

Dry cough

Directions for Use

Take Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges with or without food as advised the doctor. Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Medicinal Benefits

Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges is primarily used to treat dry cough. Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges contains Dextromethorphan, which is a cough suppressant. It works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough. Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges is generally prescribed for short-term treatment of dry cough. It does not treat chronic cough or cough caused due to smoking, emphysema, and asthma.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges

  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Diarrhea
  • Respiratory depression
  • Sleepiness
  • Confusion 
  • Rash
  • Nausea

Drug Warnings

Do not take Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges if you are allergic to Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges or Dextromethorphan. Increase the intake of fluids so that the mucus loosens and the throat remains lubricated. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges . Also, mention all the OTC medicines you are talking to your doctor about before taking Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges . Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges should not be stopped abruptly as it might lead to withdrawal symptoms like irritability, anxiety, diarrhoea, restlessness, and increased blood pressure. If your condition does not improve or your cough comes back or occurs with fever or rash, please visit the doctor immediately as this could be serious. Also, Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges should be taken at least 15 days after your last dose of anti-depressants, especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO) as taking both together may be fatal. Do not smoke as it might worsen your symptoms.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands with soap and water regularly to prevent the spread of germs.
  • Eat plenty of foods rich in good bacteria like yogurt improve overall health.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.
  • Gargle with salt water for relief from sore throat.
  • Do not smoke as it might worsen your symptoms, so avoid tobacco intake.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption with Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness, or lack of concentration.

Habit Forming

No

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Flavour

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FAQs

Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges is primarily used to treat dry cough. Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges contains Dextromethorphan, which is a cough suppressant. It works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough. Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges is generally prescribed for short term treatment of dry cough. It does not treat chronic cough or cough caused due to smoking, emphysema and asthma.

No, Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges should not be stopped abruptly without consulting your doctor as it might lead to withdrawal symptoms like irritability, anxiety, diarrhoea, restlessness, increased blood pressure. So, please consult your doctor, and he might lower your dose gradually depending upon your condition.

Yes, Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges may cause drowsiness, so operating any machinery or driving a car, doing an activity that requires concentration and alertness should be avoided.

Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges is not a steroid, antihistamine, opiate, NSAID, or narcotic, it is a decongestant, but it can have addictive effects if taken in more than the recommended dose. It does not contain codeine or alcohol. It is not a controlled substance.

It is not recommended to take Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges along with any anti-depressant medication as it contains dextromethorphan, leading to unpleasant side-effects or any drug interaction. Also, Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges should be taken at least 15 days after your last dose of anti-depressants, especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO).

No, never take more than the prescribed dose of Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges . It may lead to symptoms like nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, dizziness, unsteadiness, changes in vision, difficulty in breathing, fast heartbeat, hallucination, seizures, and coma.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ISOCARBOXAZID
  • PHENELZINE
  • RASAGILINE
  • SELEGILINE
  • TRANYLCYPROMINE
  • AMIDODARONE
  • PROPAFENONE
  • QUINIDINE
  • FLECAINIDE
  • CODEINE
  • TRAMADOL
  • MORPHINE
  • METHADONE
  • FLUOXETINE
  • PAROXETINE
  • SERTRALINE
  • TERBINAFINE

Special Advise

  • Do not smoke as it might worsen your symptoms, so avoid tobacco intake.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption with Alex Sugar Free Cough Lozenges as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness, or lack of concentration.
  • Do not use dextromethorphan if you have used an MAO inhibitor within the past 14 days. (isocarboxazid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine or methylene blue injection).

Disease/Condition Glossary

Cough: It is a reflex action that helps to clear any foreign irritant or mucus in the throat. Mostly cough lasts for a short time (two to three weeks), so it is acute. But sometimes, if it is persistent for more than eight weeks it can lead to chronic cough. If the cough is accompanied by blood or barking cough, this could be serious and require medical attention. The most common causes of cough are cold/flu, asthma, emphysema, and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Also, some medications, especially angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors used for hypertension, are known to cause cough.

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