Ambroxol + Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine

Ambroxol + Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine is a combination medicine used in the treatment of cough. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. It also thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to cough out.

Ambroxol + Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine 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. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, dryness in the mouth, stomach upset, headache, rash, fatigue, loss of appetite, and insomnia. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make dizziness worse.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney and liver diseases. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

• Cough

Cough
Ambroxol + Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine gives relief from cough by loosening thick mucus and making it easier to cough it out. It also makes it easier for air to move in and out of your airways. This reduces the frequency of coughing and makes you feel better. Ambroxol + Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. Along with medications, drink enough lukewarm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Exotus

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain
• Dryness in mouth
• Upset stomach
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Rash
• Allergic reaction
• Hives
• Fatigue
• Sleepiness
• Loss of appetite
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Ambroxol + Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Ambroxol + Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine is a combination of five medicines: Ambroxol, Cetirizine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Guaifenesin and Phenylephrine. Ambroxol is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Cetirizine is an antiallergic which relieves symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant that relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain. Guaifenesin is an expectorant which decreases the stickiness of mucus (phlegm) and helps in its removal from the airways. Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.

• Ambroxol + Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.

• Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended. Use a proper measuring cup or spoon to measure the dosage.

• If you are drowsy after taking Ambroxol + Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine, you should not drive or operate any machinery.

• Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or asthma.

• Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for e.g. anti-depressants.

• Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have cough for more than 7 days.

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