ZEDEX LOZENGE

Overview

ZEDEX LOZENGE is a Schedule H drug.

ZEDEX LOZENGE is composed of: AMYLMETACRESOL ( ), DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE (0.6 MG)


Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex. Dextromethorphan is used to treat a cough. Dextromethorphan will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema. Do not use it if you are using or have used an MAO inhibitor within the past 14 days of the treatment.

Usage

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is generally used to treat: Runny Nose And Dry Cough
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE can address symptoms like: Cough

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions



  • Always ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children.
  • Do not use any other over-the-counter cough, cold, or allergy medication without first asking your doctor or pharmacist.
  • Dextromethorphan may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
  • Dextromethorphan may pass into breast milk and could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol. It can increase some of the side effects of dextromethorphan. This medication can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.
  • Avoid taking diet pills, caffeine pills, or other stimulants (such as ADHD medications) without your doctor’s advice. 

Symptoms of Overdosage

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE over-dosage can result in: Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Difficulty Urinating, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Breathing, Restless Or Irritability, Nervousness

Common Side-Effects

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE : Confusion, Constipation, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain

Disease Interactions

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE can interfere with: Depression, Psychosis, Parkinsonism

Technical Classification

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is categorized as: ANTITUSSIVES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

COF Q LOZENGEINR 10.68 for 6 LOZENGESDEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5.0 MG, AMYLMETACRESOL 0.6 MG
TUSQ DINR 36 for 6 LOZENGESDEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5.0 MG, AMYLMETACRESOL 0.6 MG
TUSQ D COUGH LOZENGESINR 36 for 6 LOZENGESDEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5 MG, AMYLMETACRESOL 0.6 MG
TUSQ D LOZENGE GINGERINR 35 for 6 LOZENGESDEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5.0 MG, AMYLMETACRESOL 0.6 MG
TUSQ D ORANGE LOZENGEINR 36 for 6 LOZENGESDEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5.0 MG, AMYLMETACRESOL 0.6 MG
TUSQ D SF LOZENGEINR 36 for 6 LOZENGESDEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5.0 MG, AMYLMETACRESOL 0.6 MG
TUSQ-D COUGH LOZENGES LOZINR 36 for 6 LOZENGESDEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5 MG, AMYLMETACRESOL 0.6 MG
ZEDEX LOZENGEINR 74.9 for 10 LOZENGESAMYLMETACRESOL , DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 0.6 MG