Cetdex Syrup

Navigating your medication can sometimes be challenging. This page addresses common questions and provides detailed information about Cetdex 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 Cetdex Syrup as clear and straightforward as possible for you.

MRP: ₹
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Salt Combination: Cetirizine (5mg) + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (10mg)
Brand: Digmedi Pvt Ltd
Uses: Dry cough

Description

Cetdex Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough
It relieves allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness
Cetdex 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 healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are stomach upset, dryness in mouth, 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 may 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 worsen your sleepiness.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person
It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication
Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease
You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Cautions

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

Uses

Uses of Cetdex 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
Cetdex 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 Cetdex 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 Cetdex 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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