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Ammonium Chloride

AMMONIUM CHLORIDE

Overview:

Ammonium chloride is a medication and chemical compound that helps loosen mucus in the lungs and maintain the body’s acid balance. It’s frequently utilized in cough syrups as an expectorant, that is, a substance that helps to loosen stubborn mucus so it can be coughed up.
Physicians may utilize ammonium chloride to address a condition known as metabolic alkalosis. Here, the medicine is helping the body return to its rightful acid equilibrium.
Though it’s typically safe in accordance with the directions, it ought to be consumed cautiously—in particular, in individuals with kidney/liver/heart issues.

Classification: Acidifier and expectorant

Uses: 

To loosen and thin mucus in the lungs, helping to clear chest congestion

Help restore acid-base balance in the body when it becomes too alkaline (a condition called metabolic alkalosis)

How It Works:
Ammonium chloride works in two main ways:
As an expectorant, it irritates the mucous membranes to promote the removal of mucus from the airways, making it easier to cough out.

As an acidifying agent, it increases the level of acid in the blood and urine, helping correct imbalances in the body’s chemistry.

Dosage: As prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects:
Some people may experience:
Stomach upset or nausea

Vomiting

Fatigue or weakness

Irritability

If taken in large amounts or for long periods, it can affect blood pH or kidney function

Precautions:
Should be used with caution in people with kidney disease, liver problems, or high blood pressure

Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless prescribed

People on low-sodium diets should use it carefully, as it may raise sodium levels

Always follow the prescribed dose, and avoid self-medicating

Disclaimer:
This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage

Chlorpheniramine Maleate

CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE 

Overview:

Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antihistamine medicine that helps reduce allergy symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, itchy or watery eyes, and hives. It works by blocking histamine, a chemical in the body that causes allergic reactions. Doctors commonly use it for allergic rhinitis, hay fever, urticaria, and other mild allergic conditions.It is available as tablets, syrups, and injections.

Classification: First-generation antihistamine

Uses:

• Relieves allergy symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, and itchy eyes
• Treats hay fever (allergic rhinitis)
• Sometimes used for cold symptoms like runny nose
• Reduces itching from insect bites or mild allergic reactions
• Helps with hives (urticaria) and skin rashes

How it works:

Chlorpheniramine Maleate works by blocking histamine, the chemical that causes allergy symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, itching, watery eyes, and rashes. By preventing histamine from attaching to H1 receptors, it reduces allergic reactions and helps you feel more comfortable. It may cause mild drowsiness because it can also affect the brain.

Dosage: As prescribed by your doctor.

Side Effects:

• Drowsiness or sleepiness
• Dry mouth, nose, or throat
• Dizziness or headache
• Nausea or mild stomach upset
• Blurred vision (rare)
• Excitability or restlessness in some children

Precautions:

Chlorpheniramine helps with allergies but should be used carefully. Avoid it if you’re allergic, and pregnant or breastfeeding women should only use it if advised by a doctor. Kids and older adults may get sleepy, and people with glaucoma, asthma, heart problems, or urinary issues should be cautious. It can cause drowsiness or dizziness, so avoid driving or operating machinery.

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Menthol

MENTHOL

Overview: 

Menthol is a natural ingredient from mint that gives a cool, refreshing sensation.It’s found in ointments, lozenges, and inhalers to relieve sore throats, open up congested noses, reduce coughing, or soothe minor skin irritation. Its cooling effect helps you feel comfortable, relieved, and more at ease in everyday situations.

Classification: Symptomatic relief agent

Uses:

Menthol is used to provide quick relief from common discomforts. It can soothe a sore throat, calm a cough, ease nasal congestion, and reduce minor skin irritation.Its refreshing, cooling action makes you feel more comfortable and helps reduce the impact of everyday symptoms.

How it works:

Menthol functions to cause the nerve endings on the surface of the skin and mucous membranes to become numb, and thus observe a degree of cooling. This cooling effect fools the brain into thinking it is getting relief from discomfort, opens nasal passages, soothes an irritated throat and minor aches or itching, making you feel more comfortable and refreshed.

Dosage:

As prescribed by your doctor.

Side Effects:

Mild skin irritation or redness
Burning or stinging sensation
Allergic reactions like rash, itching, or swelling (rare)
Mild throat or mouth irritation

Precautions:

While using menthol, make sure to use it as instructed on the product and do not apply it on broken or sensitive skin. When you have been allergic previously, test in a small area to ensure there are no reactions. Do not use large quantities in use internally, such as in lozenges, or cough syrups, and store it away from the reach of children. If you experience difficulty breathing, rash or swelling, stop and get medical attention.

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Paracetamol

PARACETAMOL

Overview

Paracetamol is a commonly used medication that helps relieve mild to moderate pain and reduce fever. It’s often used for:

Headaches

Toothaches

Muscle and back pain

Menstrual cramps

Cold and flu symptoms

It’s available over-the-counter and is considered safe when used as directed.

Classification

Analgesic and antipyretic agent

Uses

Paracetamol is used for pain relief and fever. It is used to relieve pain in conditions like headache, muscle pain, or dental pain.

How it works

When you produce a fever, your body’s internal thermostat — found in the hypothalamus portion of the brain — is raised to a higher temperature. This new set point is usually induced by pyrogens (substances made during infections) that tell the body to produce more heat as a form of immune defense.

Due to its effects in the brain, paracetamol reduces the production of reactive prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are disease-fighting chemicals released during infection that in turn, raise the body’s temperature set point. By decreasing prostaglandin levels, paracetamol enables the hypothalamus’ temperature control centre to bring the body’s temperature back down to normal, allowing the body to cool down and the fever to subside

Dosage

As directed by the physician

Precautions

Most people can take paracetamol safely, including:

pregnant women

breastfeeding women

children over 2 months of age – lower doses are recommended for young children

always get advice before taking paracetamol if you:

have liver or kidney problems

have problems with alcohol, like long-term alcohol misuse

are very underweight

are taking other medications

Don’t take paracetamol if you’ve had an allergic reaction to it in the past

Side effects

common side effects of paracetamol.

Nausea

Swelling

Vomiting

Pain

Tenderness in the upper abdomen

Sweating

Loss of appetite

Stomach cramps

Diarrhea

Major side effects are as follows:

Dark-colored urine

High fever

Lower backache

Skin having red spots

Rashes

Inflammation

Itching

Sore throat

Ulcers

Breathlessness

Yellowish eyes

Disclaimer

This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage.

Phenylephrine Hydrochloride

PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Overview

Phenylephrine is a nasal decongestant used to temporarily relieve nasal discomfort caused by colds, allergies, and hay fever. It works by reducing swelling in the nasal passages, making it easier to breathe. However, it does not address the underlying cause of the symptoms or speed up recovery

Classification
Nasal decongestants

Uses

Oral and nasal phenylephrine are used as nasal decongestants to temporarily unblock a nose or relieve sinus pressure in people with nasal and sinus congestion caused by colds, allergies, or hay fever. While phenylephrine can provide some symptom relief, it doesn’t treat the underlying cause or speed recovery

How it works

Phenylephrine Hydrochloride is a sympathomimetic amine used as a topical decongestant, systolic vasopressor, and mydriatic agent. Its mechanism of action works through various pathways with the mechanism of action primarily based on its ability to stimulate alpha-adrenergic receptors, particularly alpha-1 receptors, which are involved in vascular smooth muscle contraction.

Dosage

As directed by the physician

Precautions

Before using Vazculep, please note:

Allergies: If you’re allergic to phenylephrine or any of its ingredients, avoid using this medication.

Children: Keep this medication out of reach of children. In case of overdose, seek medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Contraindications (Do not use if you have):

Severe high blood pressure (hypertension)

Ventricular tachycardia (a type of rapid heart rate)

Closed-angle glaucoma (a condition affecting the eyes)

Hypersensitivity to phenylephrine or sulfites (a type of preservative)

Use with caution if you have:

Heart or blood vessel problems

Thyroid issues

Diabetes

Enlarged prostate

Liver or kidney problems

Asthma or sulfite sensitivity

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding:

Use during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.

Considered safe during breastfeeding, but consult your doctor.

Side effects

Injection Site Reactions: Leakage of intravenous medication

Cardiovascular: High blood pressure (hypertension)

Heart Rate: Slow heart rate (bradycardia)

Mental Health: Anxiety, nervousness, restlessness

Neurological: Headache, dizziness, lightheadedness

Respiratory: Shortness of breath, chest tightness, wheezing

Gastrointestinal: Nausea, stomach pain or upset

Renal: Reduced urine output, decreased blood flow to the kidneys

Pulmonary: Fluid accumulation in the lungs (pulmonary edema)

Rebound Symptoms: Nasal congestion worsening after initial relief (rebound congestion)

Skin: Burning or stinging sensation

Other: Sneezing

If you experience any of these side effects, it’s important to consult with a healthcare professional for guidance.

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This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage.

Sodium Citrate

SODIUM CITRATE

Overview

Sodium Citrate is a type of salt that helps make body fluids less acidic.It’s often used to relieve discomfort from too much acid in the stomach or urine. It comes in liquid, tablet, or powder form.

Classification

It belongs to a group of medicines called alkalinizers or urinary alkalinizers. These help reduce acidity in the body.

Uses
To treat acid indigestion or heartburn (burning feeling in the chest)

To make urine less acidic, which can help prevent kidney stones or irritation

Sometimes used before certain medical tests like urine tests or surgeries

In hospitals, it may also be used to manage metabolic acidosis (a condition where the body makes too much acid)

How It Works
Sodium Citrate works by turning into bicarbonate in the body. This helps neutralize or balance out excess acid in the stomach or urine. It makes the body’s environment more alkaline (less acidic), which can reduce pain or irritation caused by acid.
Dosage
As prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects
Mild side effects (usually from too much):
Swelling (especially in hands, feet)

High blood pressure

Feeling bloated or puffy

Serious but rare side effects:
Trouble breathing

Chest tightness

Fast heartbeat

Confusion or seizures (if sodium levels get too high or too low)
Precautions
Tell your doctor if you have heart disease, kidney problems, or high blood pressure

Don’t use too much — too much salt can be harmful

If on a low-sodium diet, check with your doctor first

Follow the dosage exactly if using nasal sprays or IV fluid

Disclaimer
This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage