Ammonium Chloride + Chloroform + Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate

Ammonium Chloride + Chloroform + Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate is a combination medicine used to treat cough. It thins the mucus in the nose and windpipe, making it easier to cough out. This medicine also relieves allergic symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, throat irritation.

Ammonium Chloride + Chloroform + Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate 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 stomach pain, allergic reaction, coordination impaired, and thickened respiratory tract secretions. 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 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 sleepiness 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 this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

• Cough

Cough
Ammonium Chloride + Chloroform + Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate 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. Ammonium Chloride + Chloroform + Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. Take it in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by the doctor. Steam inhalation with few drops of eucalyptus oil can loosen mucus and reduce congestion and coughing.

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 Respidil

• Stomach pain/epigastric pain
• Allergic reaction
• Sleepiness
• Dizziness
• Impaired coordination
• Thickened respiratory tract secretions

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. Ammonium Chloride + Chloroform + Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Ammonium Chloride + Chloroform + Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate is a combination of four medicines: Ammonium Chloride, Sodium Citrate, Diphenhydramine and Menthol which relieve cough. Ammonium Chloride and Sodium Citrate help in the removal of mucus (phlegm) from the airways. Diphenhydramine is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Menthol produces a sensation of coolness and relieves minor throat irritation.

• Ammonium Chloride + Chloroform + Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate is prescribed to get relief from cough.
• Drink warm water to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
• 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.
• In general, most coughs do not last more than 2 weeks. If your cough does last longer than this then, it's better to see your doctor.
• Inform your docotor if you have or have ever had a breathing problem such as asthma, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis.

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