Ambcet 5mg/60mg 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.

Ambcet 5mg/60mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines, Ambcet 5mg/60mg Tablet1 and Ambcet 5mg/60mg Tablet2, that relieve cold symptoms.

Uses of Ambcet Tablet

Treatment of Cough

Benefits of Ambcet 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. Ambcet 5mg/60mg 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.

Side effects of Ambcet 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 Ambcet

Upset stomach
Dryness in mouth
Fatigue
Dizziness
Sedation
Allergic reaction

How to use Ambcet 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. Ambcet 5mg/60mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Ambcet 5mg/60mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ambcet 5mg/60mg 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

Ambcet 5mg/60mg 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 Ambcet 5mg/60mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

Ambcet 5mg/60mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ambcet 5mg/60mg 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.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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

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Quick tips

Ambcet 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 Ambcet 5mg/60mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Stop taking Ambcet 5mg/60mg 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.

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Patient concerns

What is a dry and productive cough syrup for baby

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

In dry cough cough suppressants are used. In productive cough mucolytics are used.

i have dry cough & cold so which syrup i take levosalbutamol / terbutaline I am a MR in fdc i have salbutol-ls syrup

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Diabetology

U can take montair LC and cough suppressant if it's dry cough

Cold and nasal block from 2 to 3 days and now followed by dry cough. Whereas the clod and nasal block has reduced. Cough will be heavy in closed room under A/c but no cough while walking / jogging / climbing stairs. What to do ? Shall I use Ambrolite D ?

Dr. Shubhra Chandhan Pradhan

ENT

Don't use it, it may be infective cough. Ambrolyte D will suppress your cough and it will accumulate in chest. This is good in dry cough

I am 29 weeks into my pregnancy. Have extreme dry cough and was given augmentin 625 and then some DCT syrup. None have had any effects. Please suggest something as i cannot sleep at nights due to dry coughing And now i am suggested TusQ Dx Should i consume it???

Dr. Megha Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Please avoid cough syrups in pregnancy. Warm water and salt gargling and honey help soothe a cough. you can take dabur haunts syrup if cough is persistent.

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FAQs

Ambcet Tablet

Can I drink alcohol while taking Ambcet 5mg/60mg Tablet?

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

Can I breastfeed while taking Ambcet 5mg/60mg Tablet?

No, it is not advisable to breastfeed while using Ambcet 5mg/60mg 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 Ambcet 5mg/60mg Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?

Yes, Ambcet 5mg/60mg 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 Ambcet 5mg/60mg 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 Ambcet 5mg/60mg Tablet cause dry mouth?

Yes, the use of Ambcet 5mg/60mg 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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Ambcet 5mg/60mg Tablet

Introduction of Ambcet Tablet

Uses of Ambcet Tablet

Benefits of Ambcet Tablet

In Treatment of Cough

Side effects of Ambcet Tablet

Common side effects of Ambcet

How to use Ambcet Tablet

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Ambcet Tablet

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Patient concerns

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Can I drink alcohol while taking Ambcet 5mg/60mg Tablet?

Can I breastfeed while taking Ambcet 5mg/60mg Tablet?

Can the use of Ambcet 5mg/60mg Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?

Will Ambcet 5mg/60mg Tablet be more effective if taken in more than recommended dose?

Can the use of Ambcet 5mg/60mg Tablet cause dry mouth?

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