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Ammonium Chloride / Chloroform / Diphenhydramine / Menthol / Sodium Citrate

    DAE Class; OTC, Rx

    Common Brand Names; BENADRYL

    • Antitussive agent

    Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride + Chloroform

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride + Chloroform unless your doctor advises you to do so –

    • Asthma
    • Liver Disease
    • Glaucoma
    • Peptic Ulcer
    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Depression
    • Dermatitis
    • Depression
    • Epilepsy
    • Phenylketonuria (PKU)
    • Kidney Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
    • Calcium Deficiency
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
    • Kidney Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Kidney Disease

    Severe

    • Hypersensitivity
    • Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)

    Moderate

    • Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
    • Blurred vision
    • Confusion
    • Difficulty urinating
    • Tachycardia
    • Constipation (Read More – Home remedies for constipation)
    • Hallucinations

    Mild

    • Nausea or vomiting
    • Skin irritation
    • Dizziness
    • Drowsiness
    • Dry Mouth
    • Fatigue
    • Headache
    • Sleepiness

    Common

    • Unsteadiness
    • Sensation of Burning
    • Sensation of Stinging
    • Diarrhoea
    • Muscle cramps or spasms (painful)
    • Weight gain
    • Rash

    What is the effect of Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride + Chloroform on the Kidneys?

     

    There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride + Chloroform. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

     

    What is the effect of Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride + Chloroform on the Liver?

     

    The liver can be affected by Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride + Chloroform. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride + Chloroform only after medical advice.

     

    What is the effect of Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride + Chloroform on the Heart?

     

    There is no research available on the side effects of Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride + Chloroform on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

    Is the use of Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride + Chloroform safe for pregnant women?

    • No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride + Chloroform in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

    Is the use of Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride + Chloroform safe during breastfeeding?

    • There is no research available on the side effects of Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride + Chloroform in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

    Adults: 

    • Disease: Cough
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 4 hourly
    • Course Duration: 7 days
    • Special Instructions: Dosage strength:, Diphenhydramine (14.8 mg), Ammonium Chloride(138 mg), Sodium Citrate ( 57.03 mg)

    13 – 18 years (Adolescent)

    • Disease: Cough
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 4 hourly
    • Course Duration: 7 days
    • Special Instructions: Dosage strength:, Diphenhydramine (14.8 mg), Ammonium Chloride(138 mg), Sodium Citrate ( 57.03 mg)

    2 – 12 years (Child)

    • Disease: Cough
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 4 hourly
    • Course Duration: 7 days
    • Special Instructions: Dosage strength:, Diphenhydramine (14.8 mg), Ammonium Chloride(138 mg), Sodium Citrate ( 57.03 mg), dose for 6 – 12 years old

    Geriatric

    • Disease: Cough
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 4 hourly
    • Course Duration: 7 days
    • Special Instructions: Dosage strength:, Diphenhydramine (14.8 mg), Ammonium Chloride(138 mg), Sodium Citrate ( 57.03 mg)

    Ammonium Chloride / Chloroform / Diphenhydramine / Menthol / Sodium Citrate

    Syrup

    • 120 ml
    • 450 ml