Ammonium Chloride + Diphenhydramine

Dosage Forms Available

• Ammonium chloride + Diphenhydramine is available for use via oral route (syrup, solution).

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is meant for adults and children above 6 years of age.

Contraindications

• This medicine is contraindicated in patients with known allergies to Ammonium chloride or Diphenhydramine and patients who are taking or have taken monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI) (a treatment for depression) within the previous 14 days. 

Other Medications To Avoid With This Medicine

• It could interact with certain medications, such as antidepressants (isocarboxazid, phenelzine, tranylcypromine) and anti-Parkinson agents (rasagiline, selegiline), medicines used to relieve stomach cramps/spasms, opioid analgesics used to treat pain, medicines used to manage high blood pressure, heart conditions, and migraines.

Overdose and Missed Dose

• If an overdose of this medication happens, inform your doctor and follow the advice accordingly.
• If you forget to take this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. But avoid repeating the dose.

Management Of Side Effects

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

Use In Driving And Operating Machinery

• This medication may impair your ability to drive or operate machinery as it causes drowsiness. It is recommended to avoid driving and operating heavy machinery if you experience any such effects.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• This medicine is not recommended in pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Caution In Other Conditions

• Patients with renal or hepatic conditions should exercise caution when taking this medicine.

Special Dietary & Lifestyle Recommendation

• Wash your hands often with soap and water to stop germs from spreading.
• Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids.
• Ease a sore throat by gargling with salt water.
• Avoid smoking and limit alcohol consumption for better health.
• Say no to processed or refined foods. Instead, opt for green leafy vegetables over baked, fried, or sugary treats like chips and desserts.
• Keep your throat moist by drinking enough fluids.
• Skip citrus fruits if you have a cough, as they can worsen it. Instead, try fruits with high water content like pears, watermelon, peaches, and pineapples.