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Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's

Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's

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Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's

Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's belongs to the class of medications called ‘antitussives' used to treat dry cough associated with cold/flu, allergies, and throat irritation. A cough is a reflex action that helps to clear any foreign material or irritants in the throat. A dry cough refers to a cough with no mucus (sputum) or secretions. A dry cough is mostly treated with cough suppressants and throat lozenges.

Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's is a combination of two medicines: Dextromethorphan hydrobromide and Amylmetacresol. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide is a cough suppressant. It acts by blocking the cough center's action in the brain that is responsible for the cough reflex. Amylmetacresol is an antiseptic. It acts by stopping bacterial growth which causes mouth and throat infections. It provides relief from a sore throat which is usually accompanied by a dry cough.

Take Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's as prescribed by your doctor. The common side effects of Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's are dizziness, drowsiness, sleepiness, confusion, nausea, agitation, and sore tongue. These side effects usually go away without any treatment. However, inform your doctor immediately if any of these side effects persist or get worsen.

Do not take Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's if you are allergic to any of the contents. Before taking Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's, inform your doctor if you have any chronic (long-term) or persistent cough, lung diseases such as asthma or emphysema, liver diseases, or if you have taken antidepressants within 14 days. Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's contains sugars, so inform your doctor if you have diabetes or intolerance to sugars. Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's is not recommended for children under 6 years of age. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's

Dry cough

Medicinal Benefits

Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's is a combination of two medicines: Dextromethorphan hydrobromide and Amylmetacresol. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide is a cough suppressant. It acts by blocking the cough centre's action in the brain that is responsible for the cough reflex. Amylmetacresol is an antiseptic and has bactericidal action. It acts by killing the bacteria which cause mouth and throat infections. It provides relief from a sore throat which is often accompanied by a dry cough. Together, Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's can effectively treat dry cough.

Directions for Use

Place the lozenge in the mouth and allow it to slowly dissolve. Do not crush, chew, or swallow the lozenges. Move the lozenge from one side of the mouth to another occasionally using your tongue. Do not touch the lozenges with wet hands. In general, lozenges will take 20 to 30 minutes to completely dissolve.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's

  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Sleepiness
  • Confusion
  • Stomach upset
  • Nausea
  • Agitation
  • Sore tongue

Drug Warnings

Do not take Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's if you have taken antidepressants (especially monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors) and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) within 14 days as it may cause unpleasant side effects. Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's should be used with caution in children with a history of allergies. Do not use any other cough or cold medicines while using Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's. Do not use Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's for prolonged periods as it may lead to drug dependence, even at recommended doses, especially in patients with a history of alcohol abuse and depression. Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's may cause withdrawal symptoms such as restlessness, sweating, palpitations (pounding heart), chills, agitation, difficulty to sleep, nausea, and vomiting. Consult your doctor before taking Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's may cause drowsiness, so drive with caution. Avoid/limit alcohol consumption as it might lead to increased drowsiness.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug interactions: Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's may interact with antidepressant medications (amitriptyline, bupropion, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, imipramine, paroxetine, and sertraline), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (celecoxib), a medication used to treat too much of parathyroid hormone (cinacalcet), a medication used to treat urinary incontinence (darifenacin), anti-cancer medication (imatinib), a medication used to treat arrhythmias (quinidine), a medication used to treat chest pain (ranolazine), a medication used to treat HIV (ritonavir), an appetite suppressant (sibutramine), antifungal drug (terbinafine), and medicines to treat high blood pressure.

Drug-Food interactions: Avoid intake of caffeinated drinks as it may worsen the dry cough.

Drug-Disease interactions: Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's should be used with caution in patients with respiratory infections or diseases such as asthma or emphysema, liver diseases, and depression.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • AMITRIPTYLINE
  • BUPROPION
  • FLUOXETINE
  • FLUVOXAMINE
  • IMIPRAMINE
  • PAROXETINE
  • SERTRALINE
  • CELECOXIB
  • CINACALCET
  • DARIFENACIN
  • IMATINIB
  • QUINIDINE
  • RANOLAZINE
  • RITONAVIR
  • SIBUTRAMINE
  • TERBINAFINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid smoking as it may worsen your cough. Avoid second-hand or passive smoking too. 
  • Drink plenty of water to decrease throat irritation.
  • Use a humidifier to moisten the air.
  • Gargle with salt water and have honey as they may help to suppress the cough.
  • Avoid caffeinated and cold drinks as these may worsen the cough. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Cough: Coughing is a body's way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. Coughs may be dry or productive. A productive cough brings up sputum (phlegm, mucus and other matter) from the lungs, whereas a dry cough doesn't produce sputum. Cough is commonly caused as a response to allergy or viral infection but coughing up mucus is possibly an infection in the respiratory tract. 

Country of origin

India
Other Info - ZED0051

FAQs

Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's contains Dextromethorphan hydrobromide and Amylmetacresol. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide acts by blocking the cough centre's action in the brain that is responsible for the cough reflex. Amylmetacresol acts by killing the bacteria which causes mouth and throat infections. Together, Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's can effectively treat dry cough.
Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's is used to treat dry cough associated with cold/flu, allergies, and throat irritants. It can only suppress cough and cannot treat the underlying causes of cough, such as asthma. So, it is advised to consult a doctor before taking Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's if you have asthma or COPD.
It is not recommended to use Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's while taking antidepressants or if you have taken antidepressants within 14 days. Concurrent use of both medicines may cause fatal side-effects such as anxiety, confusion, fever, tremors, increase or decrease in pulse rate, muscle rigidity, and fits.
The common side-effects of Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's are dizziness, drowsiness, sleepiness, stomach upset, confusion, nausea, agitation, and sore tongue. These side-effects usually go away without any treatment. However, if any of these side-effects persist, consult your doctor immediately.
Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's is possibly safe in patients with diabetes when taken at recommended doses. However, Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's contains sugars, so it is advised to inform your doctor before taking this medicine.
Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's can be used for chronic cough, but it may not be so effective. Consult your doctor for further information.

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Alcohol

Caution

Consumption of alcohol may increase drowsiness, so it is advised to limit alcohol intake while using Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Consult your doctor before taking Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's if you are pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor before taking Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's may cause drowsiness, so it is advised to refrain from activities that require you to stay alert such as driving or operating heavy machinery while using this medicine.

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Liver

Caution

Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's is possibly safe in patients with kidney diseases when prescribed.

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Children

Caution

Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's is not recommended for children under 6 years of age. So, it is advised to consult a child specialist before using Zedex Cough Lozenges 10's in children.

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