Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Leeford Healthcare Ltd
Active Ingredient	Cetirizine (5mg) + Ambroxol (60mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	RESPIRATORY
User Rating	4.9
User Reviews	315

FAQ

Can I drink alcohol while taking Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg?

No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg. Drinking alcohol will increase the severity of drowsiness/sleepiness caused by Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg.

Can the use of Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg cause dry mouth?

Yes, the use of Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night.

Can the use of Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg cause sleepiness or drowsiness?

Yes, Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg may make you feel drowsy or sleepy. Do not drive car, operate machinery, work at heights or participate in potentially dangerous activities until you know how the medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience such episodes while you are taking this medicine.

Can I breastfeed while taking Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg?

No, it is not advisable to breastfeed while using Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg. This medicine contains Cetirizine, an antihistamine, which can pass into the breast milk and may harm the baby. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are advised to take this medicine.

Will Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg be more effective if taken in more than recommended dose?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects and toxicity. If the recommended dosage does not relieve your symptoms or there is an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Cetriver AM Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg, 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.

Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg Tablet Reviews

Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg is a combination medicine used in the treatment of cough. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. It also thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to cough out.

Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg 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 stomach upset, dryness in mouth, fatigue, sedation, and allergic reaction. 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. 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 and liver diseases. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

How Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg Tablet Works

Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg is a combination of two medicines:.

How to Use Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg Tablet

In Treatment of Cough: Cough is a sudden, forceful expulsion of air that helps clear any mucus or irritant in the throat or airways. If it happens more frequently, due to an underlying disease or an allergy, it can be bothersome. Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.

Uses of Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg Tablet

Treatment of Cough

Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Breast feeding ^UNSAFE

Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg 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 ^CAUTION

Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Quick Tips

Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 14 days.
Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
This combination medicine helps relieve runny nose, sneezing and productive cough.
Stop taking Cetriver AM 5mg/60mg at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause increased sleepiness.