Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol
About Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol belongs to a class of medications called 'expectorants'. It is used in the treatment of cough. Cough is the sudden expulsion of air from the lungs due to irritation through the throat with a sharp noise. Cough is classified into two types, namely: Dry cough and wet cough. A dry cough is tickly without the production of vicious or thick mucus, while a wet cough is the production of vicious or thick mucus.
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol is a combination medicine containing Chlorpheniramine maleate, Sodium citrate (mucolytic agent), Ammonium chloride, and Menthol (cooling agent). Chlorpheniramine blocks the action of histamine, which is responsible for causing allergic reactions. Ammonium chloride irritates the airways, increasing respiratory tract fluid production and decreasing the stickiness of mucus that can be coughed out easily. Sodium citrate works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Menthol provides relief from minor throat irritation by giving a cooling sensation. Together, Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol helps relieve the cough.
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol should be taken as advised by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose of the medicine based on your medical condition. Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol may cause side effects such as nausea, stomach upset, dizziness, dry mouth, vomiting, drowsiness, blurred vision, and restlessness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol should be avoided if you are allergic to any of the medicines or their components. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medication you are taking to rule out any side effects/interactions.
Uses of Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol
Medicinal Benefits
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol is a combination of Chlorpheniramine maleate, Sodium citrate (mucolytic agent), Ammonium chloride, and Menthol (cooling agent). Chlorpheniramine blocks the action of histamine, which is responsible for causing allergic reactions. Sodium citrate works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Ammonium chloride irritates the airways, increasing respiratory tract fluid production and decreasing the stickiness of mucus that can be coughed out easily. Menthol provides relief from minor throat irritation by giving a cooling sensation. Together, Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol helps to provide relief from cough.
Directions for Use
Syrup: Take Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol as prescribed by your doctor. Shake the bottle well before use. Use the measuring cup provided with the pack to measure the recommended amount of syrup. Check the label for directions. It can be taken with or without food.
Storage
Side Effects of Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol
- Dry mouth
- Vomiting
- Stomach upset
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
- Restlessness
- Blurred vision
- Dizziness
- Nervousness
Drug Warnings
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol should be avoided if you are allergic to any of the medicines or the components in them. Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol is not recommended for children below six years of age. Inform your doctor before taking Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol if you have asthma, prostate problems, glaucoma, bronchitis, glucose-galactose malabsorption, sucrase-isomaltase deficiency, fructose intolerance, cardiac insufficiency, pulmonary oedema, severe kidney or liver problems, or if you are taking hypnotics and anxiolytics. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should take Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol only if advised by their doctor. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below six years of age as the safety and efficacy are not established. Avoid using Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine, and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol may have interaction with antiallergic drugs (diphenhydramine, cetirizine), antidepressants (duloxetine, sertraline, escitalopram), antipsychotics (haloperidol, quetiapine), and monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI).
Drug-Food Interactions: Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol may interact with alcohol. Therefore, avoid the consumption of alcohol with Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol as it may increase the risk of adverse effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in concentrating.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have asthma, prostate problems, glaucoma, glucose-galactose malabsorption, sucrase-isomaltase deficiency, kidney, liver, or urinary problems, before taking Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeAvoid consumption of alcohol with Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol as it may increase dizziness. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor if you have any concerns about this. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor if you have any concerns about this. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
unsafeChlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol may cause blurred vision or dizziness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine. Drive only if you are alert.
Liver
cautionIf you have a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before taking Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol. Based on your condition, your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative.
Kidney
cautionIf you have a history of kidney disease, inform your doctor before taking Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
Children
unsafeChlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol is not recommended for children below six years of age. Please consult a doctor for more information.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Avoid foods that can increase cough, such as dairy products and processed or refined foods. Instead, replace it with green leafy vegetables.
- Drink plenty of fluids to avoid a dry throat while you have a cough. It also helps loosen mucus.
- Avoid citrus fruits as they may worsen the cough. Eat fruits rich in water content, such as pears, watermelon, peaches and pineapples.
- Avoid alcohol consumption and smoking as it can increase the side effects
- Stay away from pollution and allergens
- Gargle with salt water for relief from sore throat.
Special Advise
- It is advised to stop the use of Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol if your cough persists for more than 1 week if it reoccurs or is accompanied by hay fever, skin rash, or persistent fever.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Cough: Cough is defined as the sudden expelling of air out of the lungs due to irritation through the throat with a sharp noise. Cough is classified into two types, namely Dry cough and wet cough. A dry cough is tickly without producing any vicious or thick mucus, while a wet cough is the production of any vicious or thick mucus. Coughing is the body's way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. If you cough thick, solid white mucus, you may have a bacterial infection in the airways. If the mucus is clear or light-coloured, you may have allergies or minor infections in the respiratory tract, and yellow or green mucus indicates a respiratory infection.
FAQs
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol is an anti-allergic cough expectorant used to treat cough.
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol contains Chlorpheniramine, which blocks the action of histamine, which is responsible for causing allergic reactions. Sodium citrate works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Ammonium chloride irritates the airways, increasing respiratory tract fluid production and decreasing the stickiness of mucus that can be coughed out easily. Menthol provides relief from minor throat irritation by giving a cooling sensation. Together, Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol helps to provide relief from cough.
No, Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol is not recommended for use in children under six years of age, as the safety and efficacy of this medicine have not been established.
No, consumption of alcohol along with Chlorpheniramine Maleate+ammonium Chloride+sodium Citrate+menthol is not recommended as it can worsen your dizziness. Hence, consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.
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