Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant
Salt Composition:Ammonium Chloride 125mg + Chlorpheniramine Maleate 2.5mg + Sodium Citrate 55mg
Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant is used to treat cough. It thins the mucus in the nose, making it easier to cough out. It also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose, throat irritation and congestion or stuffiness. Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, and rash. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make sleepiness worse. Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before you start taking this medicine you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases.
Last updated on: 28-10-2023
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Quick Summary
Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant is used to treat cough. It thins the mucus in the nose, making it easier to cough out. It also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose, throat irritation and congestion or stuffiness. Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, and rash. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make sleepiness worse. Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before you start taking this medicine you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases.
Benefits of Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant
Cough
In Cough Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant gives relief from cough by loosening thick mucus and making it easier to cough it out. It also makes it easier for air to move in and out of your airways. This reduces the frequency of coughing and makes you feel better. Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. Along with medications, drink enough lukewarm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.
Side Effects of Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant
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. ['Vomiting, Diarrhea, Stomach pain, Sleepiness, Dizziness, Headache, Allergic reaction, Rash, Hives']
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant is a combination of three medicines: Guaifenesin, ambroxol and chlorpheniramine which relieve cough. Guaifenesin is an expectorant which decreases the stickiness of mucus (phlegm) and helps in its removal from the airways. Ambroxol is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing.
Alcohol
UNSAFE - Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE - Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. Use of Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION - Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What If You Forget to take Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant?
If you miss a dose of Piriton Mucolytic Expectorant, 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.
Storage Advice
Store below 30°C
Manufacturer Address
Dr. Annie Besant Road, Mumbai - 400 030
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