Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet
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Introduction of Act Tablet
Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet 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.
Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines, Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet1 and Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet2, that relieve cold symptoms.
Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines, Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet1 and Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet2, that relieve cold symptoms.
Uses of Act Tablet
Benefits of Act 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. Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet 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.
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.
Side effects of Act Tablet
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 Act
- Upset stomach
- Dryness in mouth
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Sedation
- Allergic reaction
How to use Act 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. Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet 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
UNSAFE
Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet 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.
Not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
Act Tablet
- This combination medicine helps relieve runny nose, sneezing and productive cough.
- Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause increased sleepiness.
- Stop taking Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
- Inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 14 days.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
FAQs
Act Tablet
Can I drink alcohol while taking Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet?
No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet. Drinking alcohol will increase the severity of drowsiness/sleepiness caused by Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet.
Can I breastfeed while taking Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet?
No, it is not advisable to breastfeed while using Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet. 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.
Can the use of Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?
Yes, Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet 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.
Will Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet 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.
Can the use of Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet cause dry mouth?
Yes, the use of Act 5 mg/60 mg Tablet 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.
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