food interaction for Ambicof CD Syrup

alcohol interaction for Ambicof CD Syrup

pregnancy interaction for Ambicof CD Syrup

lactation interaction for Ambicof CD Syrup

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Ambicof CD Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Take it with food if stomach upset occurs.
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CAUTION
Ambicof CD Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Ambicof CD 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ambicof CD Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Larger doses or prolonged use of Ambicof CD Syrup may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Ambicof CD 4mg Syrup

Chlorpheniramine Maleate(4mg)

Ambicof cd syrup uses

Chlorpheniramine Maleate is used in the treatment of allergic conditions.

How ambicof cd syrup works

Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic medication. When your body is exposed to an allergen (pollen, animal dander, house dust etc.), it produces a chemical called histamine. This causes watery eyes, runny or blocked nose, sneezing, skin rashes, itching etc. Chlorpheniramine Maleate works by blocking the action of histamine, thereby relieving these symptoms.

Common side effects of ambicof cd syrup

Dryness in mouth, Sleepiness, Nausea, Headache, Sedation, Difficulty in paying attention, Impaired coordination, Dizziness, Blurred vision, Fatigue

SUBSTITUTES FOR Ambicof CD Syrup

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  • Dialex DC Syrup
    (100 ml Syrup in bottle)
    Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
    Rs. 1.30/ml of Syrup
    generic_icon
    Rs. 144
    pay 68% more per ml of Syrup
  • Tossex Antitussive Cough Syrup
    (100 ml Syrup in bottle)
    Abbott
    Rs. 1.85/ml of Syrup
    generic_icon
    Rs. 205.48
    pay 138% more per ml of Syrup
  • Ascoril C Syrup
    (120 ml Syrup in bottle)
    Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    Rs. 1.43/ml of Syrup
    generic_icon
    Rs. 190.50
    pay 84% more per ml of Syrup
  • Grilinctus CD Syrup
    (100 ml Syrup in bottle)
    Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 0.84/ml of Syrup
    generic_icon
    Rs. 86.63
    pay 8% more per ml of Syrup
  • Codzi 4 mg/10 mg Syrup
    (100 ml Syrup in bottle)
    FDC Ltd
    Rs. 0.78/ml of Syrup
    generic_icon
    Rs. 80
    pay 1% more per ml of Syrup

Expert advice FOR Ambicof CD Syrup

  • Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Chlorpheniramine Maleate, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.

Frequently asked questions FOR Ambicof CD 4mg Syrup

Chlorpheniramine Maleate

Q. Does chlorpheniramine or chlorpheniramine maleate cause increase in blood pressure/ drowsy/non drowsy/sedating/get you high/keep you awake/sleepiness/make you tired/weight gain?
Chlorpheniramine causing these side effects is common or rare. Always consult your doctor, if you experience any of these side effects
Q. Is chlorpheniramine like Benadryl?
No, chlorpheniramine is different from Benadryl
Q. Is chlorpheniramine prescription?
Yes, it is available with doctor’s prescription only
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Q. Can I take chlorpheniramine or chlorpheniramine maleate with Panadol/ cetirizine /Zyrtec/ Allegra/ warfarin/ diphenhydramine/ ibuprofen/Claritin/guaifenesin/Benadryl?
Yes, but taking other medicines may alter the effects of chlorpheniramine. Always consult your doctor for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required
Q. Does chlorpheniramine contain aspirin?
No, it does not contain aspirin in it. Chlorpheniramine is a different drug than aspirin.

Content on this page was last updated on 28 September, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)