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with Substitute Medicine
Salt Composition in bothAmmonium Chloride 125mg + Chlorpheniramine Maleate 2.5mg + Sodium Citrate 55mg
Salt CompositionAmmonium Chloride 125mg + Chlorpheniramine Maleate 2.5mg + Sodium Citrate 55mg (same for both)
Piriton Expectorant 100ml
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Piriton Expectorant 100ml
Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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More About Piriton
Benefits
In Cough Piriton 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 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
The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.
How to use
Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Piriton Expectorant can be taken it with or without food, although it's advisable to take it consistently at the same time.
How it works
Piriton Expectorant is a combination of three medicines: Chlorpheniramine, ammonium chloride and sodium citrate which relieve cough. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Ammonium chloride is an expectorant which decreases the stickiness of mucus (phlegm) and helps in its removal from the airways. Sodium citrate is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out.
Unsafe: Avoid consuming alcohol with Piriton Expectorant as it is deemed unsafe.
Not Safe: Piriton Expectorant is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: Information regarding the use of Piriton Expectorant during breastfeeding is not available. Doctor consultation is advised.
Not Safe: Piriton Expectorant may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Not Safe: Piriton Expectorant is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Doctor consultation is advised.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Piriton Expectorant in patients with liver disease. Doctor consultation is advised.
What if I forget to take it?
If a dose of Piriton Expectorant is missed, take it promptly. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Avoid doubling the dose.
Manufacturer Address
Dr. Annie Besant Road, Mumbai - 400 030
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