Description
Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride, Ammonium Chloride, Sodium Citrate and Menthol Syrup is a type of medicine called an expectorant, which is used to treat coughs. It contains four drugs: Ammonium chloride, Diphenhydramine, Sodium citrate, and Menthol. Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine that helps to block the action of histamine, a substance causing allergic reactions. Ammonium chloride being an expectorant increases the fluid in your airways, reducing the stickiness of mucus, and helps remove it.
Sodium citrate is a mucolytic that thins and loosens mucus in the lungs, windpipe, and nose, making it easier to cough out. Menthol is a cooling agent that gives a cooling sensation and relieves minor throat irritation. Therefore, Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride, Ammonium Chloride, Sodium Citrate and Menthol Syrup work to ease coughing and provide relief from cough-related symptoms.
Medical Benefits
- It is a medication used to treat cough.
- Ammonium chloride acts as an expectorant, which increases the fluid in the airways, reducing the stickiness of mucus, and helps remove it.
- Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine that blocks the action of histamine, which is responsible for allergic reactions. It also helps to relieve allergy symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion.
- Sodium citrate is a mucolytic agent, meaning it thins and loosens phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose, making it easier to cough out.
- Menthol is a cooling agent that provides a cooling sensation and relieves minor throat irritation.
Dirеctions For Usе
- Shake the bottle well before use.
- Use the measuring cup, dosing syringe, or dropper provided with the medicine.
- Follow the recommended dosage provided by your healthcare professional.
Storagе
- Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride, Ammonium Chloride, Sodium Citrate and Menthol Syrup should be storеd at room tеmpеraturе.
- Store it away from direct hеat, moisturе, and light.
- It’s essential to kееp thе mеdication out of rеach of children and pеts.
Precautions
- Consult a doctor before giving it as this syrup may interact with a blood thinner (warfarin), antibiotic (chloramphenicol), medicines containing propantheline or metoclopramide, or anticonvulsants (pregabalin).
- Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase drowsiness or dizziness.
- It may cause dizziness in some people, thus, drive only if you are alert after taking this medicine.
- This syrup is not recommended for children below 2 years of age unless advised by a doctor.
- Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should take Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride, Ammonium Chloride, Sodium Citrate and Menthol Syrup after consulting a healthcare professional.
Side Effects
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Dry mouth
- Nervousness
- Stomach pain
Frеquеntly Askеd Quеstions (FAQs)
Can I stop taking this composition on my own?
Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor, as it could make your cough worse or lead to regular symptoms. Follow your doctor’s instructions regarding the duration of treatment.
Does this medicine cause drowsiness?
It can lead to drowsiness or dizziness. Not everyone experiences this side effect, but if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking it, avoid driving.
How long should I take this syrup?
Take it for the duration prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor, if your symptoms persist or worsen, or if you develop a rash, fever, or persistent headache after a week of using it
