Ambroxol + Levocetirizine

Dosage Forms Available

• Ambroxol + Levocetirizine is available as tablets, capsules, syrups, and solutions to be administered orally.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is intended for use in both adults and children.

• The specific age at which children can safely begin taking it depends on the formulation, but commonly includes children aged two years and above.

Contraindications

• Ambroxol + Levocetirizine is contraindicated for individuals with hypersensitivity to its components and those with severe liver or kidney impairment, a history of seizures or epilepsy, and the rare hereditary problem of fructose intolerance.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with sedatives (such as diazepam and lorazepam), tranquilisers (like alprazolam), sleeping pills (such as zolpidem), antidepressants (like MAOIs and tricyclic antidepressants), and other antihistamines or anticholinergic medications (such as diphenhydramine and oxybutynin).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose may lead to symptoms such as extreme drowsiness, confusion, and rapid heart rate. In case of an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you realize it. However, if it is nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience severe side effects or worsening symptoms, consult your doctor.

• To manage dry mouth, increase your intake of water.

• If experiencing drowsiness, consider taking the medicine at a time when it will least affect your daily activities, such as in the evening.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Ambroxol + Levocetirizine may cause drowsiness or dizziness. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how this medication affects you.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• It may not be safe to use Ambroxol + Levocetirizine during pregnancy and lactation. Use during these periods is recommended only if clearly needed and prescribed by a doctor.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Caution should be exercised when using Ambroxol + Levocetirizine in patients with kidney or liver impairment and a history of urinary retention or angle-closure glaucoma.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• For individuals suffering from allergic rhinitis or COPD managed by Ambroxol + Levocetirizine, maintaining a clean environment to reduce allergen exposure can be beneficial. Regular cleaning to remove dust mites, pet dander, and pollen can help manage symptoms.

• Engaging in breathing exercises may improve lung capacity and ease breathing in those with respiratory conditions.

• Staying hydrated can help thin mucus secretions, aiding in easier breathing for those with productive coughs.

• Adopting an anti-inflammatory diet rich in fruits, vegetables, omega-3 fatty acids, and reducing intake of processed foods might reduce inflammation associated with allergic reactions and respiratory conditions.