Omituss Syrup Delicious Strawberry

Omituss Syrup Delicious Strawberry belongs to a group of medicines called expectorants and cough products used to provide relief from cough. Additionally, Omituss Syrup Delicious Strawberry may also be used in conditions such as dry cough, smoker’s cough, whooping cough, chronic cough, and post-surgical cough. Coughing is the body’s way to clear irritants from the throat, lungs and airways.

Omituss Syrup Delicious Strawberry contains Ammonium chloride, Diphenhydramine, Sodium citrate, and Terpin hydrate. Ammonium chloride and Terpin hydrate help in the removal of phlegm/mucus from the airways by decreasing its stickiness. Diphenhydramine blocks the action of a chemical substance called histamine, which is responsible for causing allergic reactions. Sodium citrate helps in loosening the congestion in the chest and throat, thereby making it easier to cough out through the mouth. Together, Omituss Syrup Delicious Strawberry provides relief from cough.

In some cases, Omituss Syrup Delicious Strawberry may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, diarrhoea, dry mouth, headache, and fatigue. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Let the doctor know if you are allergic to any of the components in Omituss Syrup Delicious Strawberry. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Omituss Syrup Delicious Strawberry may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Keep the doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Omituss Syrup Delicious Strawberry is a combination of four drugs, namely Ammonium chloride, Diphenhydramine, Sodium citrate, and Terpin hydrate. Omituss Syrup Delicious Strawberry is used to provide relief from cough. Additionally, Omituss Syrup Delicious Strawberry may also be used in conditions such as dry cough, smoker’s cough, whooping cough, chronic cough, and post-surgical cough. Ammonium chloride and Terpin hydrate are expectorants that help in the removal of phlegm/mucus from the airways by decreasing its stickiness. Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine that works by blocking the action of a chemical substance called histamine, which is responsible for causing allergic reactions. Sodium citrate is a mucolytic agent that helps in loosening the congestion in the chest and throat, thereby making it easier to cough out through the mouth. Together, Omituss Syrup Delicious Strawberry provides relief from cough.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Diarrhoea
• Dry mouth
• Headache
• Fatigue

Do not take Omituss Syrup Delicious Strawberry if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform the doctor if you have kidney or liver problems, breathing problems, glaucoma, bladder problems, or prostate problems. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Omituss Syrup Delicious Strawberry may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Let the doctor know if you take other medicines, including supplements or herbal products.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Inform the doctor if you are taking anti-depressants or antihistamines.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform the doctor if you have asthma, prostate problems, glaucoma, kidney or liver problems.

• Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
• Gargling with warm salt water may help remove mucus and soothe the throat.
• Avoid irritants such as dust and smoke.
• Adding garlic or honey to hot tea relieves cough and clears the airways.
• Quit smoking as it is a common contributor to cough.
• Include fibre-rich foods, vegetables and fruits in your diet.

Cough: Coughing is a reflex that protects the airways and lungs against mucus and irritants such as smoke or dust. It helps the body heal and protect itself. Cough could be dry or wet/chesty: A dry cough is tickly and does not produce mucus/phlegm, whereas, with a wet/chesty cough, mucus or phlegm is produced to help clear the airways. Causes of cough include respiratory tract infection, hay fever, inhalation of irritants, smoking, or lung problems.