Quicktuss Mint Syrup

Navigating your medication can sometimes be challenging. This page addresses common questions and provides detailed information about Quicktuss Mint Syrup, including its uses, how to take it correctly, what side effects might occur, and important advice on managing your treatment effectively. We aim to make understanding Quicktuss Mint Syrup as clear and straightforward as possible for you.

MRP: ₹ 65
Packing: 60.0 ml in 1 bottle
Salt Combination: Cetirizine (5mg/5ml) + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (10mg/5ml) + Phenylephrine (5mg/5ml)
Brand: Igniva Marketing Pvt Ltd
Uses: Dry cough

Description

Quicktuss Mint Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough
It narrows the small blood vessels and provides relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose
It also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose, and throat irritation
Quicktuss Mint Syrup 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, upset stomach, dryness in mouth, headache, and fatigue
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 dizziness and 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 dizziness worse.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person
Keep it out of reach of children
It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication
Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Cautions

Liver:	UNSAFE: Quicktuss Mint Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Quicktuss Mint Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Quicktuss Mint Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Quicktuss Mint Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding:	UNSAFE: Quicktuss Mint Syrup is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Quicktuss Mint Syrup 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.
Alcohol:	CAUTION: Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Quicktuss Mint Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action:	N/A
Therapeutic class:	RESPIRATORY
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	N/A

Uses of Quicktuss Mint Syrup

In Dry cough A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced
It may cause a tickling sensation or itching in the throat and may be due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants
Quicktuss Mint Syrup suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat
Apart from this, it also reduces symptoms of allergy like watery eyes, sneezing and runny nose
Along with taking Quicktuss Mint Syrup, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Quicktuss Mint Syrup, 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.

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