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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Nov 10, 2024 | 7:18 PM IST
H-Lor AM Tablet is used to treat cough. It contains Ambroxol and Loratadine, which works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Also, it blocks the action of histamine (chemical causing allergic symptoms) and reduces the allergic reaction. In some cases, it may cause side effects such as sleepiness, upset stomach, headache, or allergic reaction. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Harrison Healthcare

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-26

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About H-Lor AM Tablet

H-Lor AM Tablet is used to treat cough. Coughing (dry or productive) is the body’s way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus, or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. 

H-Lor AM Tablet contains Ambroxol and Loratadine. Ambroxol works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. It also breaks down the acid mucopolysaccharide fibres that make the mucous (sputum) thinner and less dense/viscous, removing sputum efficiently by coughing. However, the viscosity of sputum remains low for as long as treatment is maintained. Loratadine acts by blocking histamine's action (chemicals causing allergic symptoms) and reducing the allergic reaction. It provides quick relief from allergic symptoms. 

Take H-Lor AM Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take H-Lor AM Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. Sometimes, you may experience sleepiness, upset stomach, headache, or allergic reaction. Most of these side effects of H-Lor AM Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to H-Lor AM Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Inform your doctor before starting H-Lor AM Tablet if you are previously diagnosed with seizures (fits), stomach ulcer, asthma, liver or kidney failure. It is advised to check with your doctor before using H-Lor AM Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Increase the intake of fluids while taking H-Lor AM Tablet as it is known to loosen the mucus.

Uses of H-Lor AM Tablet

Treatment of Cough

Medicinal Benefits

H-Lor AM Tablet is a combination drug containing 'mucolytic agents' (cough/sputum thinner) primarily used to treat cough. It contains Ambroxol and Loratadine. Ambroxol works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. It also breaks down the acid mucopolysaccharide fibres that make the mucous (sputum) thinner and less dense/viscous, removing sputum efficiently by coughing. However, the viscosity of sputum remains low for as long as treatment is maintained. Loratadine acts by blocking histamine's action (chemicals causing allergic symptoms) and reducing the allergic reaction. It provides quick relief from allergic symptoms like sneezing, running nose, or throat irritation.

Directions for Use

Swallow this medicine as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of H-Lor AM Tablet

  • Sleepiness
  • Allergic reaction
  • Upset stomach
  • Headache
  • Fatigue
  • Dizziness
  • Dry mouth

Drug Warnings

Do not use H-Lor AM Tablet if you are allergic to H-Lor AM Tablet or any other contents present in it. Inform your doctor if you are previously diagnosed with seizures (fits), asthma, or suffer from serious asthma attacks, stomach ulcers, and liver or kidney failure. Inform your doctor before starting H-Lor AM Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, and breastfeeding. Do not take alcohol as it may increase the risk of side-effects. There have been reports of severe skin allergic reactions with H-Lor AM Tablet , so if you develop a skin rash, immediately stop using H-Lor AM Tablet and contact your doctor immediately.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: H-Lor AM Tablet may interact with a medication used to treat excessive sleepiness (pitolisant), antibiotics (amoxicillin, cefuroxime, and erythromycin), and a cough suppressant (codeine), anti-asthma drugs (salmeterol, albuterol, formoterol), and pain-killer (aspirin).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: H-Lor AM Tablet should be used with caution in patients with a stomach ulcer, seizure, liver or kidney failure, and Asthma. 

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PITOLISANT
  • AMOXICILLIN
  • CEFUROXIME
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • CODEINE
  • SALMETEROL
  • ALBUTEROL
  • FORMOTEROL
  • ASPIRIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Stay hydrated as it is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drinking liquids at room temperature can alleviate runny nose and sneezing.

  • Avoid stress as the immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick. An individual can exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.

  • Avoid dairy products such as milk as they may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods to have relief from cough. Instead, replace baked foods, fried foods, white bread, white pasta, French fries, sugary desserts, and chips with green leafy vegetables.

  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid a dry throat while you have a cough.

  • Avoid citrus fruits as they may worsen the cough. Eat fruits rich in water content, such as pears, watermelon, peaches, and pineapples.

Special Advise

  • If you are allergic to some sugars, please inform your doctor as H-Lor AM Tablet may contain sorbitol.

  • You are recommended not to take H-Lor AM Tablet for more than 10 days without your doctor’s advice.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Cough: Coughing is the body’s way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus, or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. Coughs may be dry or productive. A productive cough (wet cough) brings up sputum (phlegm, mucus, and other matter) from the lungs. Cough is commonly caused as a response to allergy or viral infection, but coughing up mucus is possibly an indication of infection in the respiratory tract. If you are coughing thick, solid white mucus, it indicates you may have a bacterial infection in the airways. If the mucus is clear or light-coloured, it indicates you may have allergies or minor infections in the respiratory tract, and yellow or green mucus indicates a respiratory infection.

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Alcohol

Caution

H-Lor AM Tablet if taken along with alcohol may increase drowsiness and cause excessive sleepiness. So, to avoid any unpleasant side effects, alcohol should not be consumed along with H-Lor AM Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

H-Lor AM Tablet is a Category C pregnancy drug and is not recommended for pregnant women, especially in the first 3 months, as it may cause harm to the unborn baby.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Avoid breastfeeding while taking H-Lor AM Tablet as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby.

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Driving

Unsafe

H-Lor AM Tablet is known to cause drowsiness, which might impair judgment, so do not drive a car or operate any machinery which requires concentration.

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Liver

Caution

Take H-Lor AM Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take H-Lor AM Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

H-Lor AM Tablet is not recommended for children below 6 years of age. H-Lor AM Tablet in oral solution form is given for children below 6 years in doses prescribed by a doctor.

Country of origin

India
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FAQs

H-Lor AM Tablet is used to treat cough. Coughing (dry or productive) is the body's way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus, or smoke) from airways and preventing infection.
H-Lor AM Tablet contains Ambroxol and Loratadine. Ambroxol‚ works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Loratadine acts by blocking histamine's action (chemicals causing allergic symptoms) and reducing the allergic reaction.
Yes, H-Lor AM Tablet is generally not known to interact or show any unpleasant side effects if taken in patients with diabetes. But if you observe any unwanted side effects or something that bothers you, please visit a hospital or inform your doctor.
No, you are not recommended to stop taking H-Lor AM Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen cough or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take H-Lor AM Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking H-Lor AM Tablet , please consult your doctor.
Yes, H-Lor AM Tablet may cause severe skin reactions in some people. It is not necessary for everyone taking H-Lor AM Tablet to have skin reactions. However, if you notice a skin rash including lesions of the nose, throat, mouth, genitals, or eyes, stop taking H-Lor AM Tablet and consult a doctor immediately.
No, you should not take H-Lor AM Tablet if you have asthma as it might worsen your condition and lead to breathing problems.
No, H-Lor AM Tablet is not an antibiotic. It is a combination medicine containing a mucolytic agent (ambroxol) and an antihistamine (loratadine).
H-Lor AM Tablet is a combination medicine containing Ambroxol (mucolytic agent) and Loratadine (antihistamine).
H-Lor AM Tablet starts working within 30 minutes. Keep taking H-Lor AM Tablet for the prescribed duration to treat your condition effectively.
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of H-Lor AM Tablet will not be more effective. Do not take more than the prescribed dose of H-Lor AM Tablet as it may cause an overdose. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.
Store H-Lor AM Tablet at room temperature, in a dry place. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.
Yes, H-Lor AM Tablet may cause drowsiness or sleepiness. So, do not drive a car or operate any machinery which requires concentration unless you are alert.
No, do not drink alcohol while taking H-Lor AM Tablet as it may increase drowsiness. To avoid any unpleasant side effects, alcohol should not be consumed along with H-Lor AM Tablet .
H-Lor AM Tablet might cause dry mouth in some cases. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help in stimulating saliva and thereby prevents drying of the mouth.
H-Lor AM Tablet should be swallowed as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.
H-Lor AM Tablet may cause side effects like sleepiness, upset stomach, headache, or allergic reaction. Most of these side effects of H-Lor AM Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
H-Lor AM Tablet should be taken during pregnancy or breastfeeding only if prescribed by the doctor. Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding.
H-Lor AM Tablet may cause drowsiness which might impair judgment, so do not drive a car or operate any machinery which requires concentration unless you are alert.
If you miss a dose of H-Lor AM Tablet take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time.

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