AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL
About
AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL belongs to the class of medicines called 'expectorants' primarily used to treat cough associated with mucus. Coughing (dry or productive) is a body's way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus, or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. There are two types of coughs, namely: Dry cough and chesty cough. A dry cough is tickly and doesn't produce any vicious or thick mucus, while a chesty cough (wet cough) means mucous or sputum is produced to help clear your airways.
AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL is a combination of four drugs, namely: Ambroxol (mucolytic agent), Desloratadine (antihistamine) Guaifenesin (expectorant), and Menthol (cooling agent). Ambroxol works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Guaifenesin works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reducing the stickiness of mucus, and helping to remove it from the airways. Desloratadine works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Menthol produces a cooling sensation and provides relief from minor throat irritation.
Take AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL as prescribed. You are advised to take AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL for as long as your doctor has prescribed it based on your medical condition. Some people may experience drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, and stomach upset. Most of these side effects of AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL. AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL is not recommended for children unless advised by a doctor. Drink plenty of fluids while taking AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL to loosen mucus. Drive only if you are alert after taking AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL as it may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL as it might cause increased dizziness.
Uses of AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL
Medicinal Benefits
AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL contains Ambroxol, Desloratadine, Guaifenesin, and Menthol used to treat a cough with mucus. Ambroxol is a mucolytic agent (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Guaifenesin is an expectorant that increases the volume of fluid in the airways, reduces the stickiness of mucus, and helps to remove it from the airways. Desloratadine is an anti-allergic drug that blocks the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps to provide relief from allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. Menthol is a cooling agent that produces a cooling sensation and provides relief from minor throat irritation.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach upset
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL. AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL is not recommended for children unless advised by a doctor. If you are suffering from a kidney or liver problem, please inform your doctor before taking AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL. Drink plenty of fluids while taking AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL to loosen mucus. Drive only if you are alert after taking AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL as it may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL may have interaction with antibiotics (erythromycin, doxycycline, cefuroxime, amoxicillin, azithromycin), antifungal (ketoconazole), antacid (cimetidine), and antidepressant (fluoxetine).
Drug-Food Interaction: AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL may interact with caffeine. Therefore, avoid or limit the intake of caffeinated beverages, foods, or dietary supplements with AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL as it may increase the risk of adverse effects.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have asthma, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeAvoid alcohol consumption with AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness.
Pregnancy
cautionThe safety of AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionIt is unknown whether AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL is excreted in human milk. AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL is given to breastfeeding mothers only if doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.
Driving
cautionAMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL.
Liver
cautionTake AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
cautionTake AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Children
cautionAMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL should be used with caution in children if prescribed by a doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Avoid dairy products such as milk as it may increase mucus production. Instead, replace baked foods, fried foods, white bread, white pasta, French fries, sugary desserts, and chips with green leafy vegetables.
- Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dry throat while you have a cough. It helps loosen mucus.
- Avoid citrus fruits as they may worsen the cough. Eat fruits rich in water content such as pears, watermelon, peaches, and pineapples.
Patients Concern
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 (wet cough) brings up sputum (phlegm, mucus, and other matter) from the lungs. Cough is commonly caused as a response to allergy or viral infection but coughing up mucus is possibly an indication of infection in the respiratory tract. If you are coughing thick, solid white mucus, it indicates you may have a bacterial infection in the airways. If the mucus is clear or light-coloured, it indicates you may have allergies or a minor infection in the respiratory tract, and yellow or green mucus indicates a respiratory infection.
FAQs
AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL contains Ambroxol, Desloratadine, Guaifenesin and Menthol. Ambroxol works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Guaifenesin increases the volume of fluid in the airways, reduces the stickiness of mucus, and helps to remove it from the airways. Desloratadine blocks the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Menthol produces a cooling sensation and provides relief from minor throat irritation.
AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL may cause dry mouth as a temporary side effect in some people. It is not necessary for everyone taking AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL to experience this side effect. However, to avoid such side effects, drink plenty of water, regularly rinse your mouth, practice good oral hygiene and suck on sugarless candy. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.
AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL should be used with caution in asthma patients as it causes allergic reactions. Therefore, if you have asthma, it is recommended to inform your doctor before taking AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL.
You are recommended to take AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the symptoms persist or worsen with rash, fever or persistent headache after using AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL for 1 week, please consult your doctor.
You are not recommended to stop taking AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL without consulting your doctor as it may worsen cough or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking AMBROXOL+DESLORATADINE+GUAIFENESIN+MENTHOL, please consult your doctor.
