AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE belongs to the class of medications called ‘antitussives' used to treat dry cough associated with cold/flu, allergies, and throat irritation. A cough is a reflex action that helps to clear any foreign material or irritants in the throat. A dry cough refers to a cough with no mucus (sputum) or secretions. A dry cough is mostly treated with cough suppressants and throat lozenges.
AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is a combination of two medicines: Dextromethorphan hydrobromide and Amylmetacresol. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide is a cough suppressant. It acts by blocking the cough center's action in the brain that is responsible for the cough reflex. Amylmetacresol is an antiseptic. It acts by stopping bacterial growth which causes mouth and throat infections. It provides relief from a sore throat which is usually accompanied by a dry cough.
Take AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE as prescribed by your doctor. The common side effects of AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE are dizziness, drowsiness, sleepiness, confusion, nausea, agitation, and sore tongue. These side effects usually go away without any treatment. However, inform your doctor immediately if any of these side effects persist or get worsen.
Do not take AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE if you are allergic to any of the contents. Before taking AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, inform your doctor if you have any chronic (long-term) or persistent cough, lung diseases such as asthma or emphysema, liver diseases, or if you have taken antidepressants within 14 days. AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE contains sugars, so inform your doctor if you have diabetes or intolerance to sugars. AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is not recommended for children under 6 years of age. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Dry cough
AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is a combination of two medicines: Dextromethorphan hydrobromide and Amylmetacresol. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide is a cough suppressant. It acts by blocking the cough centre's action in the brain that is responsible for the cough reflex. Amylmetacresol is an antiseptic and has bactericidal action. It acts by killing the bacteria which cause mouth and throat infections. It provides relief from a sore throat which is often accompanied by a dry cough. Together, AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE can effectively treat dry cough.
Do not take AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE if you have taken antidepressants (especially monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors) and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) within 14 days as it may cause unpleasant side effects. AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE should be used with caution in children with a history of allergies. Do not use any other cough or cold medicines while using AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE. Do not use AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE for prolonged periods as it may lead to drug dependence, even at recommended doses, especially in patients with a history of alcohol abuse and depression. AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE may cause withdrawal symptoms such as restlessness, sweating, palpitations (pounding heart), chills, agitation, difficulty to sleep, nausea, and vomiting. Consult your doctor before taking AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE may cause drowsiness, so drive with caution. Avoid/limit alcohol consumption as it might lead to increased drowsiness.
Drug-Drug interactions: AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE may interact with antidepressant medications (amitriptyline, bupropion, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, imipramine, paroxetine, and sertraline), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (celecoxib), a medication used to treat too much of parathyroid hormone (cinacalcet), a medication used to treat urinary incontinence (darifenacin), anti-cancer medication (imatinib), a medication used to treat arrhythmias (quinidine), a medication used to treat chest pain (ranolazine), a medication used to treat HIV (ritonavir), an appetite suppressant (sibutramine), antifungal drug (terbinafine), and medicines to treat high blood pressure.
Drug-Food interactions: Avoid intake of caffeinated drinks as it may worsen the dry cough.
Drug-Disease interactions: AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE should be used with caution in patients with respiratory infections or diseases such as asthma or emphysema, liver diseases, and depression.
Consumption of alcohol may increase drowsiness, so it is advised to limit alcohol intake while using AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE.
Consult your doctor before taking AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE if you are pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Consult your doctor before taking AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE may cause drowsiness, so it is advised to refrain from activities that require you to stay alert such as driving or operating heavy machinery while using this medicine.
AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is possibly safe in patients with kidney diseases when prescribed.
AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is not recommended for children under 6 years of age. So, it is advised to consult a child specialist before using AMYLMETACRESOL+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE in children.
Cough: Coughing is a body's way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. Coughs may be dry or productive. A productive cough brings up sputum (phlegm, mucus and other matter) from the lungs, whereas a dry cough doesn't produce sputum. Cough is commonly caused as a response to allergy or viral infection but coughing up mucus is possibly an infection in the respiratory tract.