ALCE AM Tablet 10's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Ambroxol 60 mg+Cetirizine 5 mg
Manufacturer
Franklin Laboratories (India) Pvt Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
ABOUT ALCE AM TABLETQ: What is ALCE AM TABLET used for? A: ALCE AM TABLET used in the management of coughs associated with allergies such as acute and chronic bronchitis, pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, bronchial asthma, bronchiectasis disease, sneezing, nasal congestion, hay fever, itchy, red, and watery eyes, fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis), and perennial allergic rhinitis (allergies from dust and pets). Q:
Side Effects
water to stay hydrated and eat non-spicy meals. If you have excessive diarrhea or blood in your stools, please see your doctor. Q: Is [GNKEYWORD] safe for pregnant women? A: ALCE AM TABLET is not recommended for pregnant women. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are planning for pregnancy before taking ALCE AM TABLET. Q: Is ALCE AM TABLET a habit-forming drug? A: No case of addiction has been reported yet. Consult your doctor for advice. Q: What if I forget to take a dose of ALCE AM TABLET? A: If you forget to take a dose of ALCE AM TABLET, take it as soon as you remember. However, omit the missed dose if it is almost time for the next one. Do not take the medicine twice to make up for the forgotten dose. Q: Can I stop taking ALCE AM TABLET? A: Continue taking ALCE AM TABLET until your doctor tells you to stop, unless you experience any unwanted effects, a worsening of your condition, or any new symptoms. Consult your doctor immediately for advice. Q: What precautions must be taken while using ALCE AM TABLET? A: Before taking ALCE AM TABLET, inform your doctor if you have ulcers (peptic, duodenal), urinary retention (difficulty while passing urine), or epilepsy (fits). Q: Can I consume alcohol while taking ALCE AM TABLET? A: Avoid alcohol consumption while taking ALCE AM TABLET, as it may increase the risk of side effects. Consult your doctor for more information. Q: Can I take other medicines while using ALCE AM TABLET? A: Tell your doctor before taking ALCE AM TABLET if you are taking any other medicine, including medicines obtained without a prescription or any other supplements or herbal products. Q: What are the common side effects of ALCE AM TABLET? A: The most common side effects of taking ALCE AM TABLET are dizziness, headache, fatigue, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, stomach pain, heartburn, bloating, itching, pharyngitis, rhinitis, confusion, restlessness, sleepiness, tremors, dysuria (a painful or burning sensation during urination), and skin rash. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about ALCE AM Tablet 10's.
What is ALCE AM TABLET used for?
ALCE AM TABLET used in the management of coughs associated with allergies such as acute and chronic bronchitis, pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, bronchial asthma, bronchiectasis disease, sneezing, nasal congestion, hay fever, itchy, red, and watery eyes, fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis), and perennial allergic rhinitis (allergies from dust and pets).
How does ALCE AM TABLET work?
ALCE AM TABLET helps in the symptomatic management of productive coughs associated with allergic conditions. Ambroxol is a mucolytic agent that decreases the sputum's thickness, makes it less viscous, and makes it easier to cough out. whereas cetirizine is an antihistamine that blocks chemicals in the body called histamines that produce allergic symptoms. The histamines are responsible for a runny nose, coughing, sneezing, and swelling of the nasal passage.
Does ALCE AM TABLET make you sleepy?
ALCE AM TABLET helps you cough up phlegm. Cetirizine present in the medicine can cause a common side effect of making you dizzy and sleepy, but not for everyone. Avoid driving or using machinery in such conditions.
Does ALCE AM TABLET cause diarrhea?
Yes, ALCE AM TABLET may cause diarrhea as one of its side effects. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and eat non-spicy meals. If you have excessive diarrhea or blood in your stools, please see your doctor.
Is [GNKEYWORD] safe for pregnant women?
ALCE AM TABLET is not recommended for pregnant women. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are planning for pregnancy before taking ALCE AM TABLET.
Is ALCE AM TABLET a habit-forming drug?
No case of addiction has been reported yet. Consult your doctor for advice.
What if I forget to take a dose of ALCE AM TABLET?
If you forget to take a dose of ALCE AM TABLET, take it as soon as you remember. However, omit the missed dose if it is almost time for the next one. Do not take the medicine twice to make up for the forgotten dose.
Can I stop taking ALCE AM TABLET?
Continue taking ALCE AM TABLET until your doctor tells you to stop, unless you experience any unwanted effects, a worsening of your condition, or any new symptoms. Consult your doctor immediately for advice.
What precautions must be taken while using ALCE AM TABLET?
Before taking ALCE AM TABLET, inform your doctor if you have ulcers (peptic, duodenal), urinary retention (difficulty while passing urine), or epilepsy (fits).
Can I consume alcohol while taking ALCE AM TABLET?
Avoid alcohol consumption while taking ALCE AM TABLET, as it may increase the risk of side effects. Consult your doctor for more information.
Can I take other medicines while using ALCE AM TABLET?
Tell your doctor before taking ALCE AM TABLET if you are taking any other medicine, including medicines obtained without a prescription or any other supplements or herbal products.
What are the common side effects of ALCE AM TABLET?
The most common side effects of taking ALCE AM TABLET are dizziness, headache, fatigue, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, stomach pain, heartburn, bloating, itching, pharyngitis, rhinitis, confusion, restlessness, sleepiness, tremors, dysuria (a painful or burning sensation during urination), and skin rash. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsen.
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Last Updated
26 Feb 2024