Cetirizine+ambroxol
About Cetirizine+ambroxol
Cetirizine+ambroxol consists of a combination of two medicines: cetirizine and ambroxol which is primarily used in the treatment of cough. 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 there is mucus or any other foreign irritant in it.
Cetirizine belongs to a class of drugs called antihistamine or anti-allergic. It blocks the effects of a chemical messenger known as ‘histamine’ which is naturally involved in allergic reactions. It helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergy such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling and congestion or stiffness. Ambroxol is a mucolytic that thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out.
Cetirizine+ambroxol is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. In some cases, 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 are persistent, reach out to 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, or have severe liver or kidney problems, have epilepsy. Check with your doctor if you are pregnant or currently breast-feeding or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines.
Uses of Cetirizine+ambroxol
Medicinal Benefits
When you take Cetirizine in Cetirizine+ambroxol, it provides temporary relief from allergic reactions and symptoms, by blocking histamine action (a substance that causes immune responses & inflammations in the body). It helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergy 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.
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Side Effects of Cetirizine+ambroxol
- Tiredness
- Sleepiness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dry mouth
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. 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 there is mucus or any other foreign irritant in it. Other symptoms include sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling and congestion or stiffness.
FAQs
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.
