Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide
About
Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 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.
Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 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 Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide as prescribed by your doctor. The common side effects of Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 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 Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide if you are allergic to any of the contents. Before taking Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, 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. Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide contains sugars, so inform your doctor if you have diabetes or intolerance to sugars. Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is not recommended for children under 6 years of age. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Uses of Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide
Medicinal Benefits
Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 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, Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide can effectively treat dry cough.
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Storage
Side Effects of Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Sleepiness
- Confusion
- Stomach upset
- Nausea
- Agitation
- Sore tongue
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 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. Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide should be used with caution in children with a history of allergies. Do not use any other cough or cold medicines while using Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide. Do not use Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 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. Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide may cause withdrawal symptoms such as restlessness, sweating, palpitations (pounding heart), chills, agitation, difficulty to sleep, nausea, and vomiting. Consult your doctor before taking Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide may cause drowsiness, so drive with caution. Avoid/limit alcohol consumption as it might lead to increased drowsiness.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug interactions: Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 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: Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide should be used with caution in patients with respiratory infections or diseases such as asthma or emphysema, liver diseases, and depression.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionConsumption of alcohol may increase drowsiness, so it is advised to limit alcohol intake while using Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide.
Pregnancy
cautionConsult your doctor before taking Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide if you are pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionConsult your doctor before taking Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
cautionAmylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 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.
Liver
cautionAmylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Kidney
safe if prescribedAmylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is possibly safe in patients with kidney diseases when prescribed.
Children
cautionAmylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is not recommended for children under 6 years of age. So, it is advised to consult a child specialist before using Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide in children.
Habit Forming
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.
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 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.
FAQs
Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 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, Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide can effectively treat dry cough.
Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 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 Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide if you have asthma or COPD.
It is not recommended to use Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 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 Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 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.
Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is possibly safe in patients with diabetes when taken at recommended doses. However, Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide contains sugars, so it is advised to inform your doctor before taking this medicine.
Amylmetacresol+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide can be used for chronic cough, but it may not be so effective. Consult your doctor for further information.
