Zedex Lozenges
Prescription Required
Introduction of Zedex Lozenges
Zedex Lozenges is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It provides relief by reducing the activity of cough center in the brain. It also kills the bacteria associated with mouth and throat infections.
Zedex Lozenges is a combination of cough suppressant and amylmetacresol.
Zedex Lozenges is a combination of cough suppressant and amylmetacresol.
Uses of Zedex Lozenges
Benefits of Zedex Lozenges
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. Zedex Lozenges suppresses dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. It also reduces throat infection and gives relief from soreness and pain associated with it. Along with taking Zedex Lozenges, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you feel better.
Side effects of Zedex Lozenges
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Zedex
- Headache
- Sedation
- Double vision
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Dryness in mouth
- Nervousness
- Nausea
- Decreased appetite
- Heartburn
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Discomfort when urinating
- Polyuria
How to use Zedex Lozenges
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Place it in your mouth and allow it to dissolve slowly. Do not chew or swallow. It may take sometime to dissolve. Zedex Lozenges may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Zedex Lozenges. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zedex Lozenges 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Zedex Lozenges during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Zedex Lozenges may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zedex Lozenges is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Zedex Lozenges may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
Zedex Lozenges is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
Zedex Lozenges
- Zedex Lozenges is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.
- Zedex Lozenges should be taken after every 2 to 3 hours or as suggested by the doctor. Suck one lozenge slowly as required.
- Do not take it for more than 3 days. Consult your doctor if you do not observe any improvement in symptoms.
- Do not take more than 8 lozenges in 24 hours.
- Each lozenge contains sugar. This should be taken into account if you have diabetes mellitus.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
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- MedIndia. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide + Amylmetacresol. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Address: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd., 8-2-337, Road No. 3, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034, INDIA
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Zedex Lozenges. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Zedex Lozenges. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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