Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension contains an anti-tussive (cough suppressants) medication primarily used to treat dry cough. Cough is a reflex action that helps to clear any foreign irritant or mucus in the throat. Mostly cough lasts for a short time (two to three weeks), so it is acute. But sometimes, if it is persistent for more than eight weeks, it can lead to chronic cough. Dry cough refers to a cough where there is no mucus or secretion along with cough.

Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension contains Levocloperastine, which is a cough suppressant. It works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough. Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension is generally prescribed for short-term treatment of dry cough. It does not treat chronic cough or cough caused due to smoking, emphysema and asthma.

Take Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension as prescribed by the doctor. The most common side effects of Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension are nausea, drowsiness, dizziness, dryness in the mouth, fainting, fatigue, and headache. Most of these side effects of Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension if you are allergic to Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension or levocloperastine. Increase the intake of fluids so that the mucus present loosens and the throat is remains lubricated. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension. Also, mention all the medicines you take to your doctor before starting Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension. If your condition does not improve or your cough comes back or occurs with fever, or rash, please visit the doctor immediately as this could be serious.

Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension is an antitussive, non-opioid that significantly helps to reduce the severity and frequency of cough. It is primarily used to treat dry cough. Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension contains levocloperastine, which is a cough suppressant. It works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough. Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension is generally prescribed for short term treatment of dry cough. It does not treat chronic cough or cough caused due to smoking, emphysema and asthma.

• Dryness in mouth
• Numbness
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Palpitations
• Faintness
• Loss appetite
• Sleepiness
• Fatigue
• Rash

Do not take Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension if you are allergic to Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension or levocloperastine. Increase the intake of fluids so that the mucus present loosens and the throat is remains lubricated. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension. Also, mention all the OTC medicines you are talking to your doctor before taking Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension. Do not smoke as it might worsen your symptoms, so avoid tobacco intake. Before taking Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension, inform your doctor if you have a history of hypertension, heart disease, seizures, diabetes, hyperthyroidism.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension may interact with medicines to treat depression, and CNS stimulants. 

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid alcohol intake with Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension as it may cause increased drowsiness, and dizziness.

Drug-Disease Interactions: If you have hypertension, heart disease, seizures, diabetes, or hyperthyroidism, inform your doctor before taking Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension.

• Wash your hands with soap and water regularly to prevent the spread of germs.
• Eat plenty of foods rich in good bacteria like yoghurt to improve overall health.
• Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.
• Gargle with salt water for relief from sore throat.
• Do not smoke as it might worsen your symptoms, so avoid tobacco intake.
• Avoid alcohol consumption with Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness or lack of concentration.

• Do not smoke as it might worsen your symptoms, so avoid tobacco intake.
• Avoid alcohol consumption with Altime D 20mg/5ml Suspension as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness or lack of concentration.

Cough: It is a reflex action that clears any foreign irritant or mucus in the throat. Mostly cough lasts for a short time (two to three weeks), so it is acute. But sometimes, if it is persistent for more than eight weeks, it can lead to chronic cough. If the cough is accompanied by blood or barking cough, this could be serious and require medical attention. The most common causes of cough are cold/flu, asthma, emphysema, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).