Ambroxol + Guaifenesin + Levocetirizine + Phenylephrine

Expert Advice

Dosage Forms Available

• Ambroxol + Guaifenesin + Levocetirizine + Phenylephrine is available in tablets, syrups, and suspension forms for oral administration.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This combination medicine is intended for adults and children.

Contraindications

• The medicine is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients present in this combination.

• It should be avoided in individuals with severe hypertension, coronary artery disease, narrow-angle glaucoma, urinary retention, hyperthyroidism, diabetes mellitus, ischemic heart disease, and prostatic hypertrophy.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This medicine interacts with antihypertensive (eg., Beta-blockers and ACE inhibitors), Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) (e.g., phenelzine, tranylcypromine), Centrally Acting Sedatives (e.g., benzodiazepines, alcohol), Antidiabetic Medications (e.g., insulin, oral hypoglycemic), Anticoagulants/Antiplatelets (e.g., warfarin, aspirin), CYP3A4 Inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, erythromycin), and other Decongestants (e.g., pseudoephedrine, oxymetazoline).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• Overdose of this combination medicine may cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, rapid heart rate, restlessness, drowsiness, and in severe cases, seizures. If you suspect an overdose, consult your doctor immediately.

• If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not double up on doses.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and usually resolve once the medication is discontinued. However, if side effects persist or worsen, consult a doctor.

• Drinking plenty of fluids may help manage some side effects such as dry mouth or throat.

• For drowsiness or dizziness, avoid activities that require alertness such as driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how this medication affects you.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medicine can affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machines. Avoid these activities if you experience dizziness or drowsiness after taking this medicine.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• The safety of this combination during pregnancy and lactation has not been fully established. It should be used in pregnant or breastfeeding women only if clearly needed and prescribed by a doctor.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with severe liver or kidney disease should exercise caution while taking this medicine as it could accumulate in the body due to reduced excretion.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• To manage respiratory conditions effectively, it is recommended to stay hydrated, eat a balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables, and avoid exposure to allergens and irritants like dust, smoke, or strong odours.

• Regular physical activity can also help improve lung function. However, it is important to consult a doctor before starting any new exercise regimen.

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