Cetirizine+ambroxol
About Cetirizine+ambroxol
Cetirizine+ambroxol is used to treat bronchitis, cough, and allergy. An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as ‘allergens’. Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. While others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander. One of the symptoms of allergy is cough. Coughing occurs as a reflex action in the throat when mucus or any other foreign irritant is in it.
Cetirizine belongs to a class of drugs called antihistamines or anti-allergics. It blocks the effects of a chemical messenger known as ‘histamine’, which is naturally involved in allergic reactions. It helps relieve symptoms of allergies such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. Ambroxol is a mucolytic that thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making coughing easier.
Cetirizine+ambroxol is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as the doctor advises. Your dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Sometimes, you may experience tiredness, sleepiness, dry mouth, etc. Most of these side effects of Cetirizine+ambroxol do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor.
Consume only if the doctor prescribes it. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. Inform your doctor before taking Cetirizine+ambroxol if you are allergic to cetirizine or ambroxol, have severe liver or kidney problems, or have epilepsy. Check with your doctor if you are pregnant or currently breastfeeding, or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines.
Uses of Cetirizine+ambroxol
Medicinal Benefits
When you take Cetirizine in Cetirizine+ambroxol, it temporarily relieves allergic reactions and symptoms by blocking histamine action (a substance that causes immune responses and inflammations in the body). It helps to relieve symptoms of allergies such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. Ambroxol also has a mucolytic action, which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Cetirizine+ambroxol
- Tiredness
- Sleepiness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dry mouth
Drug Warnings
Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing any urinary retention after taking Cetirizine+ambroxol. Also, you should tell your doctor if you are taking midodrine for the treatment of low blood pressure and ritonavir for HIV infection. Inform your doctor before taking Cetirizine+ambroxol if you are allergic to cetirizine or ambroxol, have severe liver or kidney problems, or have epilepsy. Check with your doctor if you are pregnant or currently breast-feeding or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: This medicine may interact with other anti-allergic drugs (aprepitant, diphenhydramine), Sedatives (alprazolam, lorazepam, diazepam), blood thinners (warfarin), etc.
Drug-Food Interaction: Cetirizine+ambroxol may interact with other herbal/ayurvedic supplements. There is limited evidence regarding the same. So, if you are using any of the OTC items, please tell your doctor.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Let your doctor know if you have kidney disease, epilepsy, and alcoholism before taking Cetirizine+ambroxol.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeIt is not advised to consume alcohol while taking Cetirizine+ambroxol as it leads to excessive drowsiness.
Pregnancy
safe if prescribedIf you are pregnant, inform your doctor before taking Cetirizine+ambroxol. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and risks before prescribing Cetirizine+ambroxol.
Breast Feeding
unsafeCetirizine+ambroxol is not recommended for use in breastfeeding. If you are a nursing mother, please inform your doctor before taking Cetirizine+ambroxol. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and risks before prescribing Cetirizine+ambroxol.
Driving
unsafeCetirizine+ambroxol may cause drowsiness. Avoid driving while you are on treatment with Cetirizine+ambroxol.
Liver
cautionCetirizine+ambroxol should be taken with caution if you have liver disease. Please consult your doctor before taking it. Dose adjustments may be required.
Kidney
cautionCetirizine+ambroxol should be taken with caution if you have kidney problems. Please consult your doctor before taking it. Dose adjustments may be required.
Children
cautionCetirizine+ambroxol is not recommended for children under 6 years of age without a doctor's prescription. For children above 6, the dose should be adjusted and recommended by a child specialist only.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Some anti-inflammatory compounds in ginger can relax membranes in the airways, which could reduce coughing.
- Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drinking liquids at room temperature can alleviate cough, runny nose and sneezing.
- Acid reflux is the main cause of coughs. Avoiding foods that can cause acid reflux is one of the easiest ways to treat this condition and reduce the cough that accompanies it.
- Stress affects the immune system, raising the risk of illness. To relieve stress, individuals can exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques.
- To stay fit and safe, try to sleep 7-9 hours each night.
- It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, and specific food items that cause allergies.
- Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.
Special Advise
- If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it's nearly time for your next dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
- If you experience symptoms like lip swelling, tongue swelling, or difficulty breathing, immediately contact your doctor. These are signs of anaphylaxis or severe allergic reactions that require immediate medical attention.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Allergy: It is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as ‘allergens’. Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. Others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander. One of the symptoms of allergy is cough. Coughing occurs as a reflex action in the throat when there is mucus or any other foreign irritant in it. Other symptoms include sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness.
FAQs
Cetirizine+ambroxol is used to treat Cough and allergic reactions (allergic conjunctivitis, eczema, hay fever, insect bite reactions, hives, urticaria, etc.)
Depending upon the severity of allergic conditions due to allergens Cetirizine+ambroxol can be safely taken daily until you get complete relief and as long as your doctor has advised you to take it.
Cetirizine+ambroxol is a non-sedative antihistamine providing instant relief from allergic conditions. However, in some people it may cause sleepiness and induce some drowsiness in the day. Hence, you are recommended to talk with your doctor if you are experiencing excessive drowsiness in the day.
No, Cetirizine+ambroxol will not help in reducing fever. Cetirizine+ambroxol primarily helps in reducing allergic reactions in the body and bringing instant relief.
Hay fever is an allergy caused due to outdoor or indoor allergens, such as pollen, dust mites or tiny flecks of skin and saliva shed by cats, dogs and other animals with fur or feathers (pet dander). It leads to cold-like symptoms (running nose, watery eyes).
No, Cetirizine+ambroxol does not have any effect on fertility. However, please inform your doctor if you are trying to get pregnant and taking Cetirizine+ambroxol.
No, Cetirizine+ambroxol is not recommended for children, under 6 years of age without a doctor’s prescription. However, please consult a doctor before using any medicine for your child.
Cetirizine+ambroxol is generally used to treat wet cough. Thus, it is advised to discuss with your doctor before taking Cetirizine+ambroxol.
The common side effects of Cetirizine+ambroxol are tiredness, sleepiness, nausea, vomiting and dry mouth. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
