Act Syrup

Act Syrup 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 upset, dryness in mouth, fatigue, sedation, and allergic reaction. 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.

Treatment of Cough

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. Act Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Act Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Cetirizine and Ambroxol, which relieves cough. Cetirizine is an antiallergic that treats runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Ambroxol is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out.

If you miss a dose of Act Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

This combination medicine helps relieve runny nose, sneezing and productive cough.

Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.

Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Act Syrup can cause dizziness and sleepiness.

Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause increased sleepiness.

Stop taking Act Syrup at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 14 days.

Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Act Syrup?

No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Act Syrup. Drinking alcohol will increase the severity of drowsiness/sleepiness caused by Act Syrup.

Q. Can I breastfeed while taking Act Syrup?

No, it is not advisable to breastfeed while using Act Syrup. This medicine contains Cetirizine, an antihistamine, which can pass into the breast milk and may harm the baby. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are advised to take this medicine.

Q. Can the use of Act Syrup cause sleepiness or drowsiness?

Yes, Act Syrup may make you feel drowsy or sleepy. Do not drive car, operate machinery, work at heights or participate in potentially dangerous activities until you know how the medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience such episodes while you are taking this medicine.

Q. Will Act Syrup be more effective if taken in more than recommended dose?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects and toxicity. If the recommended dosage does not relieve your symptoms or there is an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.

Q. Can the use of Act Syrup cause dry mouth?

Yes, the use of Act Syrup can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night.

In Treatment of Cough

Cough is a sudden, forceful expulsion of air that helps clear any mucus or irritant in the throat or airways. If it happens more frequently, due to an underlying disease or an allergy, it can be bothersome. Act Syrup helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your 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

Allergic reaction

Sedation

Dizziness

Fatigue

Dryness in mouth

Upset stomach

Alcohol:UNSAFE

Act Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Act Syrup 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.

Breast feeding:UNSAFE

Act Syrup is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Act Syrup alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney:CAUTION

Act Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Act Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Act Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Act Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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