Amcare Syrup

Amcare Syrup is a combination medication used for the treatment of cough. It works by thinning mucus in the nose and windpipe, helping you cough it out more easily. The syrup also soothes throat irritation and provides a cooling effect for added relief.

This medicine may be taken with or without food, exactly as prescribed by your doctor. The dosage and duration depend on your condition and how well you respond to the treatment. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach discomfort, headache, skin rash, tremors, and an increased heart rate.

These effects are usually mild and temporary, resolving on their own with time. However, consult your doctor immediately if any side effect persists or causes concern. This medicine may cause drowsiness, so avoid driving or performing activities that require alertness until you know how it affects you.

Before starting Amcare Syrup, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. According to the advisory issued by the Union Health Ministry, cough and cold medications should not be prescribed or dispensed to children under two years of age. These medications are generally not recommended for children under five years old.

For children above that age, any use should be based on careful clinical evaluation and close supervision.

Dosage

Overdose

• Symptoms of overdose of Amcare Syrup may include headache, anxiety, nausea, stomach discomfort, irregular heartbeat, fits. Sometimes a sudden drop in blood pressure may also occur.
• If you think you have taken too much of this medicine and experience any such symptoms, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

• If you missed any dose of Amcare Syrup, take it as soon as you remember.
• If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule.
• Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Amcare Syrup works by drawing water into the airways and loosening up the mucus, which eases coughing out of sputum. It also dilates the respiratory tract muscles and makes breathing easier.

Directions for Use

• Shake the bottle before use.
• Use a measuring cup, spoon or dropper for the exact quantity. However, do not consume it directly from the bottle.
• Take this medicine as instructed by your doctor.
• Do not change your dose unless your doctor tells you to.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Amcare Syrup during pregnancy?

There is limited information on the use of Amcare Syrup in pregnancy. Hence, it is recommended to use this medicine with caution and under medical supervision if you are pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Amcare Syrup while breastfeeding?

Components of this medicine pass into the breastmilk. However, its effect on the baby is very unlikely at a therapeutic dose. Hence, it is recommended to use this medicine with caution if you are breastfeeding

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Amcare Syrup?

You may experience dizziness after using this medicine. Hence, it is advised to be cautious while driving or using machinery immediately after having this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Amcare Syrup?

Although there is no known interaction with alcohol along with this medicine. However, you should avoid using alcohol as it can delay the healing or decrease the body's response to infection.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You are having a liver or kidney problem.
• You experience any heart-related problems after using Amcare Syrup. In such cases, the doctor may discontinue the medicine.
• You should use this medicine with extreme caution if you are already suffering from high blood pressure, diabetes, fits, thyroid or other heart diseases.
• You may experience a sudden drop of potassium level in your blood on concomitant treatment. In such situations, doctor may recommend monitoring potassium serum level closely and ask for specific blood tests.
• You don't feel any relief in symptoms and your cough lasts for more than 5 days, consult a doctor immediately.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to this medicine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
• If you have any heart problems.
• If you are suffering from gastric ulcers.

Side effects

• Headache
• Sleepiness, dizziness
• Nausea, dry mouth
• Some allergic reactions like rashes, itching
• Diarrhoea, indigestion, stomach pain

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Concomitant use of Amcare Syrup and medicines used to treat high blood pressure like propranolol should be avoided as it may affect the activity of this Syrup.
• This medicine should be used with caution if you are already taking medicines to treat heart problems and low blood pressure.
• Inhaled anaesthesia should also be avoided during the treatment as it may increase the risk of heart problems.
• Simultaneous use of Amcare Syrup with medicines like furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide, etc can lead to the risk of a low level of potassium which is responsible for irregular heart rhythm, muscular cramps, etc.
• This medicine should be used with extreme caution if taken along with the medicines to treat brain diseases.

Storage and disposal

• Store Amcare Syrup below 25°C.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I take Amcare Syrup for dry cough?

Amcare Syrup is generally used for wet cough only. It helps in loosening up the mucus so that it can be removed easily through coughing. Your doctor will suggest the medicine after examining you only whether it's a dry cough or wet cough.