Ambicet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Ambicet Information

Ambicet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. The alternative uses of Ambicet have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Ambicet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Ambicet are Heartburn. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ambicet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Ambicet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Ambicet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Ambicet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ambicet related warnings section.

Ambicet 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 Ambicet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Ambicet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ambicet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Ambicet Benefits & Uses
Ambicet Dosage & How to Take
Ambicet Side Effects
Ambicet Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ambicet with Other Drugs
Ambicet Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ambicet
Ambicet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ambicet Benefits & Uses

Ambicet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)
Bronchitis
Cough
Phlegm (Read More - Home remedies for mucus)

Ambicet 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)	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Levocetirizine (2.5 mg) + Ambroxol (60 mg)/ 5ml
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Levocetirizine (2.5 mg) + Ambroxol (60 mg)/ 5ml
Adult	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Levocetirizine (2.5 mg) + Ambroxol (60 mg)/ 5ml
Geriatric	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Levocetirizine (2.5 mg) + Ambroxol (60 mg)/ 5ml

Ambicet Related Warnings

Is the use of Ambicet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Ambicet. If you are pregnant, do not take Ambicet without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ambicet safe during breastfeeding?

Ambicet may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ambicet on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Ambicet on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Ambicet on the Liver?

Ambicet is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Ambicet on the Heart?

Side effects of Ambicet rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Ambicet with Other Drugs

Ambicet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Aprepitant

Fosaprepitant

Severe

Amoxicillin

Cefuroxime

Erythromycin

Moderate

Ambicet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ambicet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Bladder Infection
Bladder Cancer
Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Ambicet

Is this Ambicet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Ambicet is addictive.

Ambicet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ambicet

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Ambicet together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ambicet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ambicet with alcohol will be.

Frequently asked Questions about Ambicet

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Ambicet?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Ambicet can be taken safely once in a day preferably in the evening with or without food. However, take it exactly as your doctor has recommended you to take it.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Ambicet a decongestant?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Ambicet is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Ambicet cause stomach upset?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Ambicet 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 over 4 years ago

Can I take Ambicet with ambroxol?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Ambicet 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 4 years ago

Can I take Ambicet with phenylephrine?

Yes, Ambicet can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.