Act
- Manufactured by: Caplet India Pvt Ltd
- Contains / Salt: Cetirizine (5 mg) + Ambroxol (60 mg)
Act
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Act Information
Act, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule, Sachet, Tablet. Other than this, Act has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Act is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Act include Heartburn. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Act as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Act are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Act's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Act's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Act related warnings section.
Act is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Gastrointestinal Bleeding are examples of such conditions. The section on Act contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Act may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Act, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Act Benefits & Uses
Act is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)
- Bronchitis
- Allergy
- Cough
- Phlegm (Read More - Home remedies for mucus)
Act Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Act Related Warnings
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Is the use of Act safe for pregnant women?
Act shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
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Is the use of Act safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Act may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Act should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
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What is the effect of Act on the Kidneys?
Act rarely harms the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Act on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Act on the liver have been reported.
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What is the effect of Act on the Heart?
Act is rarely harmful for the heart.
Severe Interaction of Act with Other Drugs
Act should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Act Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Act unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Frequently asked Questions about Act
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Is this Act habit forming or addictive?
Act does not cause addiction.
Act Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Act
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Act, due to a lack of research on this.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Act
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Act with alcohol will be.
Frequently asked Questions about Act
Question about 3 years ago
Does Act cause stomach upset?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS , General Physician
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Question about 3 years ago
Is Act a pain-killer?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery
Act is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergies, runny nose, sneezing, and red-watery itchy eyes.
Question about 3 years ago
Can I take Act without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician
Act is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Question almost 3 years ago
Can I take Act with ambroxol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Act can be taken with ambroxol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported after taking this drug. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug please consult your doctor.
Question over 2 years ago
Does Act cause high blood pressure?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician
No, taking Act does not cause high blood pressure. However, if you are experiencing fluctuations in blood pressure while taking this drug. Do not delay, inform your doctor immediately.
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- Mucoform Capsule - ₹136.5
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References
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