Respitec AM Syrup


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer German Remedies
Active Ingredient Guaifenesin (50mg/5ml) + Ambroxol (15mg/5ml) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg/5ml) + Phenylephrine (5mg/5ml) + Menthol (1mg/5ml)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
User Rating4.9
User Reviews628

FAQ

Question
What if you forget to take Respitec AM?
If you miss a dose of Respitec AM, 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.
Answer

Respitec AM Syrup Reviews

Respitec AM is used to treat cough. It thins the mucus in the nose, making it easier to cough out. This medicine narrows the blood vessels in the nose to relieve congestion or stuffiness. It also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose, and throat irritation.

Respitec AM 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, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, headache, rash, itching, loss of appetite, and insomnia. 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 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 sleepiness worse.

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 you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

How Respitec AM Syrup Works

Respitec AM is a combination of five medicines: Guaifenesin, Ambroxol, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Phenylephrine and Menthol which relieve cough.

How to Use Respitec AM Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Respitec AM may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Respitec AM Syrup

  • In Cough: Respitec AM 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. Respitec AM 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.

Uses of Respitec AM Syrup

  • Cough

Respitec AM Syrup Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Respitec AM during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol  CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Respitec AM. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Respitec AM 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.
Kidney  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Respitec AM is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Respitec AM may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Respitec AM is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Respitec AM may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  UNSAFE
Respitec AM may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Quick Tips

  • Drink warm water to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or asthma.
  • In general, most coughs do not last more than 2-3 weeks. If your cough does last longer than this then it's better to see your doctor.
  • Respitec AM is prescribed to get relief from cough.
  • Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.

References

  1. ScienceDirect. Menthol.
  2. European Medicine Agency. Revised assessment report: Ambroxol; 2001.
  3. Drugs.com. Guaifenesin.
  4. Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Phenylephrine HCL. Lumberton, New Jersey: AAA Pharmaceutical, Inc.

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