Respigil DM Syrup
Composition FOR Respigil DM
Ammonium Chloride(100mg),Bromhexine(8mg),Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide(10mg),Menthol(5mg)food interaction for Respigil DM
alcohol interaction for Respigil DM
pregnancy interaction for Respigil DM
lactation interaction for Respigil DM
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Respigil DM Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Respigil DM Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Respigil DM 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
Information regarding the use of Respigil DM Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Respigil DM
Ammonium Chloride(100mg)
Uses
Ammonium Chloride is used in the treatment of cough with mucus.
How it works
Ammonium Chloride works by decreasing the stickiness of mucus (phlegm) and helps in its removal from the airways.
Common side effects
Facial swelling, Allergic reaction, Difficulty in swallowing, Feeling sick, Nausea, Stomach pain, Breathlessness, Throat disorder
Bromhexine(8mg)
Uses
Bromhexine is used in the treatment of Respiratory tract disorders associated with viscid mucus.
How it works
Bromhexine is a mucolytic medication. It thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) in the nose, windpipe and lungs making it easier to cough out.
Common side effects
Dizziness, Headache, Nausea, Upper abdominal pain, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Rash, Red spots or bumps, Itching, Sweating, Changes in serum aminotransferase levels
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide(10mg)
Uses
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is used in the treatment of dry cough.
How it works
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is an antitussive (cough suppressants). It suppresses cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain.
Common side effects
Dizziness, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Nervousness, Headache, Sedation, Double vision, Dryness in mouth, Decreased appetite, Heartburn, Weakness, Discomfort when urinating, Polyuria, Excitability in children
Menthol(5mg)
Uses
Menthol is used in the treatment of throat irritation.
How it works
Menthol works by producing a mild anesthetic action causing numbness and a cooling sensation in the area of application.
Common side effects
SUBSTITUTES FOR Respigil DM
12 Substitutes
12 Substitutes
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- Rs. 41.90pay 11% more per ml of Syrup
- Rs. 44.99pay 20% more per ml of Syrup
- Rs. 49.55pay 30% more per ml of Syrup
- Rs. 55pay 44% more per ml of Syrup
- Rs. 55pay 44% more per ml of Syrup
Expert advice FOR Respigil DM
Do not take ammonium chloride if you are allergic to ammonium chloride or any of the other ingredients of the cough syrup Consult your doctor before taking ammonium chloride in cough syrup:
- If you have prolonged cough or asthma.
- If you are taking any other cough medication.
- If you are breast-feeding or pregnant.
Consult your doctor before taking ammonium chloride as injection:
- If you have kidney or liver problems.
- If you are having nausea as one of the symptoms.
Frequently asked questions FOR Respigil DM
Ammonium Chloride
Q. How does Ammonium Chloride work?
Ammonium Chloride is used as an expectorant (helps in bringing mucus out of the lungs) thus helping in curing cough. Ammonium Chloride is used to maintain the acid-base balance in the body and thus is used to treat patients with hypochloremia and metabolic alkalosis
Q. Is Ammonium Chloride safe/ dangerous?
Anmmonium chloride is safe when taken for an indication and at a dose strictly instructed by your doctor.
Bromhexine
Q. Is Bromhexine an antihistamine?
No, Bromhexineis not an antihistamine.
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide
Q. Is dextromethorphan a steroid/an opiate/an antihistamine/ a narcotic/an NSAID/a controlled substance/contain alcohol/have codeine?
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
Q. Does dextromethorphan work/ how much dextromethorphan can I take for cough?
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
Q. Is dextromethorphan safe/ does dextromethorphan makes you sleepy/make you tired/ raise blood sugar?
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