Amylmetacresol + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is primarily used to manage dry cough associated with minor throat and bronchial irritation. This combination belongs to the class of antiseptics and cough suppressants.
In addition, it assists in soothing sore throats and suppressing the cough reflex, which can result in a decrease in unproductive coughing.
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Amylmetacresol is an antiseptic. It works by killing bacteria and some viruses, likely altering their protein structure. It also numbs the throat by influencing sodium channels, which helps to relieve discomfort and irritation that can trigger coughing.
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide is a cough suppressant. It operates in the brain to increase the threshold for coughing, thereby reducing the urge to cough. It also acts on the respiratory tract to reduce the cough reflex. Together, these two ingredients help to manage cough and sore throat symptoms through their combined action on the respiratory tract and cough centres in the brain.
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Amylmetacresol + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is available for oral use (lozenges).
This medicine is suitable for adults and children over 12 years of age.
Amylmetacresol + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is contraindicated in individuals with known allergies to either amylmetacresol or dextromethorphan hydrobromide.
It should not be used in cases of productive cough with excessive mucus or phlegm.
Also, it is contraindicated for cough due to smoking, asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, or other chronic lung conditions.
Amylmetacresol + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide may interact with MAO inhibitors (such as selegiline and phenelzine), antidepressants (e.g., fluoxetine and paroxetine) and migraine medications (e.g., sumatriptan and rizatriptan).
Overdose of this medication may lead to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, drowsiness and numbness/tingling in the mouth or throat. If such symptoms are observed, consult your doctor immediately.
This medicine is usually taken as needed and not on a regular schedule. However, if you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, ensuring there is at least a 2-hour gap between doses.
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.
If stomach upset occurs, take the medicine with food.
Do not exceed the recommended dose to avoid potential side effects.
Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you experience drowsiness or dizziness after taking this medicine.
Amylmetacresol + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide may cause drowsiness or dizziness which can affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery. Avoid these activities if you feel such effects after taking the medicine.
This medication should be used with caution during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. It is advised to consult your doctor before using this medicine during these periods.
People with severe liver or kidney diseases should exercise caution when using Amylmetacresol + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide.
Individuals with persistent or chronic cough due to conditions such as smoking, asthma, or emphysema must also use this medication with care.
Maintain a balanced diet and stay hydrated to help soothe the throat and thin mucus secretions.
Avoid exposure to irritants such as smoke, dust, or other allergens that may trigger coughing.
Ensure good hand hygiene to prevent the spread of infections that can lead to cough and cold.
Regular rest is beneficial for recovery from cough and cold symptoms.
Frequently asked questions
No, Amylmetacresol + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is not a steroid. It is a combination of an antiseptic (amylmetacresol) and a cough suppressant (dextromethorphan hydrobromide).
While drowsiness can be a side effect of Amylmetacresol + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide. If you feel excessively tired or drowsy after taking it, consult your doctor.
Amylmetacresol + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is not associated with affecting fertility in men or women. However, you should consult your doctor if you are planning to conceive or are currently pregnant before starting any new medication or supplement.
You may begin to feel the numbing effect in your mouth and throat within a few minutes of the lozenge dissolving, and the cough suppressant action may take around 30 minutes to start working.
If you are allergic to any component of Amylmetacresol + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, your doctor will be able to suggest an alternative medication for you.
Amylmetacresol + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide should be taken as per the dosage recommended by your doctor, which could be several times a day.
There is no specific best time to take this medication. It should be taken as per the dosage recommended by your doctor.
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