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Altuss 10 mg/2 mg/10 mg Capsule
Prescription Required
Introduction of Altuss Capsule
Altuss 10 mg/2 mg/10 mg Capsule 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.
Altuss 10 mg/2 mg/10 mg Capsule is a combination of first generation H1 antihistaminics, sympathomimetic agonist, and cough suppressant medicines.
Altuss 10 mg/2 mg/10 mg Capsule is a combination of first generation H1 antihistaminics, sympathomimetic agonist, and cough suppressant medicines.
Uses of Altuss Capsule
Benefits of Altuss Capsule
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. Altuss 10 mg/2 mg/10 mg Capsule 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 Altuss 10 mg/2 mg/10 mg Capsule, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.
Side effects of Altuss Capsule
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 Altuss
- Nausea
- Upset stomach
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Palpitations
- Sleepiness
- High blood pressure
How to use Altuss Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Altuss 10 mg/2 mg/10 mg Capsule 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 Altuss 10 mg/2 mg/10 mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Altuss 10 mg/2 mg/10 mg Capsule 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 Altuss 10 mg/2 mg/10 mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Altuss 10 mg/2 mg/10 mg Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Altuss 10 mg/2 mg/10 mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Altuss 10 mg/2 mg/10 mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
Altuss 10 mg/2 mg/10 mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Altuss Capsule
- Altuss 10 mg/2 mg/10 mg Capsule is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.
- Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
- Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have a cough for more than 7 days.
- Let your doctor know if you are taking any anti-depressants.
- Inform your doctor if you have had a cough for a long time or if you have asthma or suffer from serious asthma attacks, or if your cough is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache.
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RESPIRATORY
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