Ammonium Chloride (NA) + Diphenhydramine (NA) + Menthol (NA)

Ammonium Chloride (NA) + Diphenhydramine (NA) + Menthol (NA) is a combination medicine used to treat cough. It thins mucus in the nose, windpipe and lungs, making it easier to cough out. It also provides relief from runny nose, watery eyes and throat irritation.

Ammonium Chloride (NA) + Diphenhydramine (NA) + Menthol (NA) 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, thickened respiratory tract secretions, allergic reaction, and coordination impaired. 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 may 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 you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease.

• Cough

Cough
Ammonium Chloride (NA) + Diphenhydramine (NA) + Menthol (NA) 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 (NA) + Diphenhydramine (NA) + Menthol (NA) 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 Forecold

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

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 (NA) + Diphenhydramine (NA) + Menthol (NA) may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Ammonium Chloride (NA) + Diphenhydramine (NA) + Menthol (NA) is a combination of three medicines: Menthol, Diphenhydramine and Ammonium Chloride which relieve cough. Menthol is an organic compound which produces a sensation of coolness and relieves minor throat irritation. Diphenhydramine is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Ammonium Chloride is an expectorant which works by decreasing the stickiness of airway secretions and helps in their removal from the airways.

• Ammonium Chloride (NA) + Diphenhydramine (NA) + Menthol (NA) 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.
• In general, most coughs do not last more than 2-3 weeks. If your cough does last longer than this then it's better to see your doctor.
• Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or asthma.

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