Ultituss is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Cough.
The optimal dosage of Ultituss is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Ultituss include Palpitations (fluttering in chest), Dizziness, Drowsiness. While these are the most often observed Ultituss side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ultituss go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Ultituss has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Ultituss's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ultituss related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Ultituss are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Ultituss have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ultituss is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Ultituss is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ultituss is used -
Common
Is the use of Ultituss safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Ultituss for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Ultituss safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Ultituss for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Ultituss on the Kidneys?
Using Ultituss does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Ultituss on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ultituss on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Ultituss on the Heart?
Ultituss is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ultituss unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ultituss habit forming or addictive?
Ultituss is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Ultituss since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ultituss only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Ultituss is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ultituss
You can take Ultituss with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ultituss
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Ultituss with alcohol.
Ultituss work by decreasing the activity of the cough center in the brain and give relief to the patient from the dry cough.
Yes, you can take the Ultituss with chlorpheniramine, many fixed-dose combinations are available in the market to treat the dry cough. But you are recommended to consult with your doctor before taking this drug combination.
Yes, Ultituss is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as drowsiness, dependency, insomnia, and difficulty in breathing. If you experience any discomfort after taking this do inform your doctor.
Yes, Ultituss may cause a headache. It has been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult about it with your doctor.
No, Ultituss is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take for this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
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