Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml
About Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml
Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml contains an anti-tussive (relieve cough) medication primarily used to treat dry cough. Cough 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. Dry cough refers to a cough where there is no mucus or secretion along with cough.
Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml contains Dextromethorphan, which is a cough suppressant. It works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough. Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml is generally prescribed for short-term treatment of dry cough. It does not treat chronic cough or cough caused due to smoking, emphysema, and asthma.
Take Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml based on your medical condition. The most common side effects of Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml are dizziness, drowsiness, sleepiness, confusion, and nausea. Most of these side effects of Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Do not take Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml if you are allergic to Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml or Dextromethorphan. Increase the intake of fluids so that the mucus present loosens and the throat remains lubricated. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml. Also, mention all the OTC medicines you are talking to your doctor about before taking Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml. Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml should not be stopped abruptly as it might lead to withdrawal symptoms like irritability, anxiety, diarrhoea, restlessness, and increased blood pressure. If your condition does not improve or your cough comes back or occurs with fever or rash, please visit the doctor immediately as this could due be serious.
Uses of Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml
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Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml is primarily used to treat dry cough. Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml contains Dextromethorphan, which is a cough suppressant. It works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough. Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml is generally prescribed for short-term treatment of dry cough. It does not treat chronic cough or cough caused due to smoking, emphysema, and asthma.
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Drug Warnings
Do not take Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml if you are allergic to Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml or Dextromethorphan. Increase the intake of fluids so that the mucus loosens and the throat remains lubricated. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml. Also, mention all the OTC medicines you are talking to your doctor about before taking Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml. Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml should not be stopped abruptly as it might lead to withdrawal symptoms like irritability, anxiety, diarrhoea, restlessness, and increased blood pressure. If your condition does not improve or your cough comes back or occurs with fever or rash, please visit the doctor immediately as this could be serious. Also, Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml should be taken at least 15 days after your last dose of anti-depressants, especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO) as taking both together may be fatal. Do not smoke as it might worsen your symptoms.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml 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: Avoid alcohol intake with Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml as it may cause increased drowsiness, dizziness, and lack of concentration.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have lung disease, depression, anxiety, or are taking Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor (used for depression), inform your doctor before taking Zeet 12 Syrup 100 ml.
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Disease/Condition Glossary
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. If the cough is accompanied by blood or barking cough, this could be serious and require medical attention. The most common causes of cough are cold/flu, asthma, emphysema, and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Also, some medications, especially angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors used for hypertension, are known to cause cough.