Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (5mg)
This medicine is taken by mouth with or without food. You should take it in a proper dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Remember dosage is decided on the basis of type of medicine (syrup or lozenge), age and present medical condition of the person. It is important to finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. In case you have missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Its beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. It is important to note that you should never support self medication or recommend your medicine to other person. Keep out of reach of children as overdose of this medicine can be dangerous. This medicine may cause dizziness as a side effect, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus. Rashes and diarrhea may also occur in many individuals.
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 themCommon side effects of Alex
10 lozenges
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Place it in your mouth and allow it to dissolve slowly. Do not chew or swallow. It may take sometime to dissolve. Alex Cough Lozenges Lemon Ginger may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Alex Cough Lozenges Lemon Ginger is an antitussive (cough suppressants). It suppresses cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain.
Related Warnings
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Alex Cough Lozenges Lemon Ginger. Please consult your doctor.
Alex Cough Lozenges Lemon Ginger may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alex Cough Lozenges Lemon Ginger is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Alex Cough Lozenges Lemon Ginger may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Alex Cough Lozenges Lemon Ginger is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Alex Cough Lozenges Lemon Ginger may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Alex Cough Lozenges Lemon Ginger should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alex Cough Lozenges Lemon Ginger may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Dextromethorphan is a decongestant and not a steroid, antihistamine, opiate, NSAID or narcotic, but can have addictive effects if taken at large doses than recommended. It does not contain codeine or alcohol. It is not a controlled substance
Dextromethorphan works for most of the patient. It should be taken in amounts exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Cough medicine is usually taken only for a short time until your symptoms clear up. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended
Dextromethorphan causes mild sedation effect thus can make you feel sleepy. It does not raise blood sugar or make you tired. Dextromethorphan is generally safe if taken at recommended doses and duration
Though it isn't reported, but it should be used carefully in people with high blood pressure, as dextromethorphan may cause high blood pressure and the effectiveness of dextromethorphan is decreased by high blood pressure medications
Drug interaction with any of the above mentioned drugs is not documented, but it can occur. Always follow your doctor's advice before taking any medicine with dextromethorphan.
