In Treatment of Cough Cough is a sudden, forceful expulsion of air that helps clear any mucus or irritant in the throat or airways. If it happens more frequently, due to an underlying disease or an allergy, it can be bothersome. Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.In Treatment of Cough Cough is a sudden, forceful expulsion of air that helps clear any mucus or irritant in the throat or airways. If it happens more frequently, due to an underlying disease or an allergy, it can be bothersome. Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.
Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine.
Consult your doctor if they persist or if you're worried about them.Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine.
Consult your doctor if they persist or if you're worried about them.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Cetirizine and Ambroxol, which relieves cough. Cetirizine is an antiallergic that treats runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Ambroxol is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out.Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Cetirizine and Ambroxol, which relieves cough. Cetirizine is an antiallergic that treats runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Ambroxol is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out.
Alcohol
UNSAFE - Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.UNSAFE - Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet 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 - Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet 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.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE - Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.UNSAFE - Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION - Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.CAUTION - Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if I forget to take it?
If you miss a dose of Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.If you miss a dose of Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Are both Act & Intazin AM medicines exactly the same?
Yes, both medicines have the same salt composition, dosage, and effectiveness. They work the same way in your body. The only difference is the brand — and Intazin AM option is much more affordable without compromising on quality
Can Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet cause dry mouth?
Yes, Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet can cause dry mouth. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
Can I breastfeed while taking Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet?
No, breastfeeding is not advisable while using Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet as it may harm the baby. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet?
No, avoid alcohol as it can increase drowsiness caused by Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet.
Does Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?
Yes, Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet may cause drowsiness. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.
Is taking more than the recommended dose of Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet more effective?
No, taking more than the recommended dose can increase the risk of serious side effects. Consult your doctor if symptoms persist.
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