Cetirizine + Dextromethorphan + Menthol + Zinc (Elemental Zinc)

Uses

Cetirizine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Zinc, and Menthol are used in the treatment of dry cough.

How it Works

How Cetirizine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Zinc, and Menthol Work Cetirizine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Zinc, and Menthol is a combination of four medicines: Cetirizine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Zinc, and Menthol. Cetirizine is an antihistamine that works by blocking the action of histamine, a chemical messenger that triggers cough due to allergies. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is a cough suppressant that alleviates cough by reducing the activity of the cough center in the brain. Zinc is a nutritional supplement that releases zinc ions into the throat to help reduce irritation. Menthol produces a sensation of coolness and further alleviates throat irritation.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Cetirizine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Zinc, and Menthol include fatigue, dizziness, dryness of the mouth, sleepiness, and upset stomach.

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