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Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's

Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's

About Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's

Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's contains an anti-tussive (relieve cough) medication primarily used to treat dry cough. A cough is a reflex action that helps to clear any foreign irritant or mucus in the throat. 

Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's contains Dextromethorphan hydrobromide, a cough suppressant. It works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough.

The most common side effects of Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's are dizziness, drowsiness, sleepiness, confusion, and nausea. 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.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's. Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's should be given to children only if prescribed by the doctor. Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's may cause drowsiness, so drive with caution. Let your doctor know if you are taking any prescription/non-prescription drugs or herbal products before starting Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's.

Uses of Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's

Dry cough

Medicinal Benefits

Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's is primarily used to treat dry cough. Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's contains Dextromethorphan hydrobromide, a cough suppressant. It works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough. Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's is generally prescribed for short-term treatment of dry cough. 

Directions for Use

Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Syrup/Drops: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.Lozenges: Place the lozenge in the mouth and allow it to dissolve slowly. Do not crush, chew or swallow as a whole.

Flavour

Ginger Lemon

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's

  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Diarrhoea
  • Sleepiness
  • Confusion 
  • Nausea 

Drug Warnings

Do not take Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's if you are allergic to any of the contents. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's. If your condition does not improve or you have a recurring cough with fever, rash, please visit the doctor immediately, as this could be serious. Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's should be taken at least 15 days after the last dose of anti-depressants, especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO), as taking both together may be fatal.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's may interact with MAO inhibitor (isocarboxazid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine), anti-arrhythmic medications (amiodarone, propafenone, quinidine and flecainide), opioid analgesics (codeine, tramadol, morphine, methadone), anti-anxiety medications (fluoxetine, paroxetine, sertraline) and anti-fungal (terbinafine).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have lung disease, depression, or anxiety, inform your doctor before taking Alex Cough Ginger Lemon Lozenges 10's.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ISOCARBOXAZID
  • PHENELZINE
  • RASAGILINE
  • SELEGILINE
  • TRANYLCYPROMINE
  • AMIODARONE
  • PROPAFENONE
  • QUINIDINE
  • FLECAINIDE
  • CODEINE
  • TRAMADOL
  • MORPHINE
  • METHADONE
  • FLUOXETINE
  • PAROXETINE
  • SERTRALINE
  • TERBINAFINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands with soap and water regularly to prevent the spread of germs.
  • Eat plenty of foods rich in good bacteria, like yoghurt, to improve overall health.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.
  • Gargle with salt water for relief from sore throat.
  • Do not smoke, as it might worsen your symptoms.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness, or lack of concentration.

Special Advise

  • Do not use dextromethorphan if you have used an MAO inhibitor within the past 14 days. (isocarboxazid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine or methylene blue injection).

Disease/Condition Glossary

Dry cough: It is a reflex action that helps to clear any foreign irritant or mucus in the throat. Mostly cough lasts for a short time (two to three weeks), so it is acute. But sometimes, if it is persistent for more than eight weeks, it can lead to chronic cough. The most common causes of cough are cold/flu, asthma, emphysema, and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). 

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