Ambroxol Hydrochloride+Levocetirizine
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Cough |
| Therapy | Anti-Allergic |
| Side Effects | Tiredness, sleepiness, headache, dry mouth, nausea |
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Molecule Description
Ambroxol Hydrochloride+Levocetirizine is a combination of Ambroxol and Levocetirizine. It is primarily used to treat wet cough when there is mucous in the throat. It should not be used in newborn babies and children less than 2 years. It should not be taken if you have kidney diseases. You may experience sleepiness, headache, tiredness, a dry mouth and skin rashes. In case you experience any side effects or discomfort after using this medicine, then consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Uses
For the treatment of wet cough, cough with mucous.
Contraindications
When should one not use Ambroxol Hydrochloride+Levocetirizine
- If you are allergic to ambroxol, levocetirizine, hydroxyzine, cetirizine or any other components of this medicine.
- Patients with kidney diseases and on hemodialysis should not take this medicine.
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Tiredness
- Sleepiness
- Headache
- Dry mouth
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Skin rash
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You feel restlessness, vomiting, irritation or pain in the abdomen after taking this medicine.
- You consume alcohol too often or you have any dental issues.
- You have kidney diseases and are on hemodialysis.
- You are on any other medications or taking any herbal supplements or preparations.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
- Ambroxol Hydrochloride+Levocetirizine contains Ambroxol and Levocetirizine. Ambroxol is a mucolytic medicine that clears the chest by thinning and loosening the mucus (phlegm) in the airway tracts.
- Levocetirizine is an antiallergic class that works by reducing allergic symptoms like rashes, sneezing, watery eyes and a runny or blocked nose.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Ambroxol Hydrochloride+Levocetirizine works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
Dosage
Overdose
You may experience overdose symptoms like feeling sleepy, irritated, tired, tremors, skin irritation, eye irritation, constipation, difficulty in breathing and fits. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed any dose of this medicine take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.
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