I have long-term sinus issues and asthma and currently take Budamate 200, Pan D, and Amlopress daily; is it safe for me to restart taking Solvin Cold or Montek LC on an as-needed basis, and which antibiotic, such as Azithral 500, is safe for me to take to relieve a cough? | Apollo Pharmacy

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I have long-term sinus issues and asthma and currently take Budamate 200, Pan D, and Amlopress daily; is it safe for me to restart taking Solvin Cold or Montek LC on an as-needed basis, and which antibiotic, such as Azithral 500, is safe for me to take to relieve a cough?

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I have long-term sinus issues and asthma and currently take Budamate 200, Pan D, and Amlopress daily; is it safe for me to restart taking Solvin Cold or Montek LC on an as-needed basis, and which antibiotic, such as Azithral 500, is safe for me to take to relieve a cough?

Asked by Male, 66 · 27 days ago

Veda Maddala

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25 days ago

For your sinus and asthma flare-ups, Montek LC (montelukast/levocetirizine) is generally a safer option than Solvin Cold. Solvin Cold contains a decongestant that can elevate your blood pressure, which may interfere with your blood pressure medication, Amlopress (amlodipine). Regarding antibiotics like Azithral 500 (azithromycin), these are only effective against bacterial infections and will not relieve a cough caused by viral infections, asthma, or sinus issues. Using antibiotics unnecessarily can carry risks. I highly recommend consulting your doctor to safely evaluate your cough and determine if an antibiotic or a different targeted treatment is truly necessary.

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I have long-term sinus issues and asthma and currently take Budamate 200, Pan D, and Amlopress daily; is it safe for me to restart taking Solvin Cold or Montek LC on an as-needed basis, and which antibiotic, such as Azithral 500, is safe for me to take to relieve a cough?

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