Altec Syrup 100ml
By HETERO HEALTHCARE LIMITED
100ml Syrup in Bottle
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Description
Altec Syrup is used to treat dry cough. It is an oral solution containing ambroxol as the active ingredient. It acts by easing coughing up of sputum. It is used to treat respiratory tract diseases as
sociated with abnormal mucous secretions. You need to follow all the instructions of your doctor while taking this medicine. Some of the common side effects of this Syrup are headache, nausea, and diarrhoea. These side effects normally go away with time, but if you feel they persist, consult your doctor or visit a clinic immediately. It should be taken as directed by the doctor, in the doses and for the duration prescribed, but it is better to take it at the same time every day. Shake the Altec Syrup bottle well, before each use. Inform your doctor if you have any existing medical conditions and are taking any medication for them. According to the advisory issued by the Union Health Ministry, cough and cold medications should not be prescribed or dispensed to children under two years of age. These medications are generally not recommended for children under five years old. For children above that age, any use should be based on careful clinical evaluation and close supervision.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹23.80 |
| You Save | ₹11.20 (32% on MRP) |
| Contains | |
| Uses | Respiratory tract disorder associated with mucus |
| Side effects | Diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, runny nose |
| Therapy | COUGH COLD PREPARATION |
Uses
- Altec Syrup is used for treating short-duration as well as long-standing diseases of the respiratory tract which are associated with abnormal bronchial secretions.
- It is also used to treat acute attacks of chronic bronchitis in which there is inflammation of the windpipe (bronchi) leading to a long-standing cough and difficulty in breathing.
- It can also be used in the management of asthmatic bronchitis and asthma along with other medications to ease coughing out of the sputum.
- It can also be used to ease coughing out of sputum in case of bronchiectasis in which there is breathing difficulty and long-standing cough formation due to collapse of lung tissue.
- It is also used to ease coughing out of sputum in various infectious conditions like pneumonia, middle ear infection, infection of a paranasal sinus, infection of the nasopharynx.
Contraindications
If you are allergic to ambroxol or any other ingredients of Altec Syrup.
Side effects
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Runny nose
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Altec Syrup during pregnancy?
A:
Altec Syrup is not recommended to be used during pregnancy due to limited information available on its safety, especially during the first three months. The baby's organs and other parts form during this phase and it can impact the growth of foetus.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Altec Syrup while breastfeeding?
A:
Ambroxol passes into human milk hence Altec Syrup is not recommended during breastfeeding. You should consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Altec Syrup?
A:
No studies have been performed or there is limited information about the effects of Altec Syrup on driving but if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert, you should avoid driving.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Altec Syrup?
A:
There is no information about the interaction of Altec Syrup directly with alcohol. The breakdown of this medicine in the body takes place mostly in the liver which is damaged by alcohol. So it is advisable not to consume alcohol with this syrup.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have problems with your liver or kidney.
- You have stomach ulcers.
- You have little or no cough production.
- You have any respiratory tract infections.
- You are taking any other medicine to treat your cough or cold.
- You have reduced mucous secretions.
- You develop any serious skin allergy after taking Altec Syrup.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Altec Syrup acts on the inner lining of the respiratory tract and causes an increase in secretions of the respiratory tract. It also stimulates certain cells in the respiratory tract which help in expectoration (coughing out the respiratory secretions). Thus, by increasing the surfactant secretion and facilitating its removal, it helps to remove respiratory secretions easily and ultimately reduces cough....
Directions for Use
- You should take Altec Syrup as directed by your doctor.
- It would be best if you took this syrup with meals.
- Your physician will decide the amount of this medicine and its frequency.
- If the cough persists for more than 14 days, contact your physician at the earliest.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Altec Syrup may interact with other medicines, discuss with your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbal preparations you are taking. Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination scheduled....
- Concomitant use of medicines used to treat cough or cold (cough suppressant) with Altec Syrup may affect the removal of liquified mucus by inhibiting coughing and cause congestion (stuffy nose).
- Concentrations of certain antibiotics like Amoxicillin, Cefuroxime and Erythromycin are increased in the sputum when taken concomitantly with this syrup.
Interactions with food items
There is no known interaction of Altec Syrup with any particular food. However, the patient is advised to avoid spicy, cold and oily foodstuffs to avoid irritation to the throat.
Storage and disposal
- Store Altec Syrup below 25°C in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
- Keep the medicine away from children and pets.
Dosage
Overdose
If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
- It would be best if you took the doses at the appropriate time for the desired effect.
- If you have missed any dose of Altec Syrup, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule.
- Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I use Altec Syrup for COVID-19?
A: No, the best practice is to visit a doctor if you have symptoms of COVID-19 or tested positive. Avoid self-medication which can place you and your surroundings at unknown risks.
Q: I have a habit of smoking and have cough during sessions of smoking. Can I use Altec Syrup for such a cough?
A: Yes, you can use this syrup for cough due to smoking. However, you should avoid smoking if you have a persistent cough due to smoking and consult a doctor for any underlying disease.
Q: Can I use Altec Syrup for asthma?
A: Altec Syrup may not benefit in controlling asthma during asthmatic attacks. However, it can help in clearing the sputum from the throat and airways.
Q: Is Altec an antibiotic?
A: No, it is not an antibiotic. Altec Syrup contains ambroxol which belongs to a class of medicines called mucolytics used for relieving cough.
Q: Can I stop taking Altec Syrup on my own?
A: It is advised to complete the course of the treatment given by your doctor and does not stop on your own.
Q: Is it okay if I give half my dose to my children?
A: No, children are not small adults. Their body processes are in an elementary stage. Also, they respond to medicines in a different way than adults. Therefore, it is advisable to use the medicines as per the doses prescribed by a child health specialist.
Q: For how long can I take Altec Syrup?
A: The doctors usually prescribe it for a short duration. However, if the cough persists for more than 14 days even after taking the syrup, contact your physician at the earliest. Do not take it continuously on your own without consulting a doctor.
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