Uses of Ammonium Chloride+Diphenhydramine+Menthol+Sodium Citrate

Ammonium Chloride+Diphenhydramine+Menthol+Sodium Citrate are used to relieve allergy indications such as colds, hay fever, sneezing, coughing, itching, watery red eyes, runny and blocked nose.

Therapeutic Category

Ammonium Chloride+Diphenhydramine+Menthol+Sodium Citrate: Cough and cold preparations

How Ammonium Chloride+Diphenhydramine+Menthol+Sodium Citrate works

Ammonium Chloride+Diphenhydramine+Menthol+Sodium Citrate help to treat cough. Ammonium chloride is an expectorant that works by decreasing the stickiness of airway secretions and helping in their removal from the airways. Diphenhydramine is an antihistaminic that relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, and a runny nose. Menthol is a demulcent and soothing agent that helps to give the sensation of breathing easier and reduces coughing by acting on the cold receptors present in the nose and throat. Sodium citrate belongs to the mucolytic family and thins and loosens phlegm in the nose, trachea, and lungs, helping to make coughing easier.

Common side effects of Ammonium Chloride+Diphenhydramine+Menthol+Sodium Citrate

• dry mouth
• dizziness
• headache
• nausea, vomiting
• gastrointestinal discomfort

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you experience:

• spontaneous bruising or bleeding (may be signs of a blood disorder) 

Health Tips for Ammonium Chloride+Diphenhydramine+Menthol+Sodium Citrate

• Drink plenty of fluids to help thin mucus and soothe sore throat. Adequate hydration is crucial for managing respiratory conditions
• Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication, as it can increase the risk of drowsiness and impaired coordination
• Do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel drowsiness after taking this medication