Act 5/60 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Act 5/60 Tablet Information

Act 5/60 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Act 5/60 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Act 5/60 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Act 5/60 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Heartburn. Some other side effects of Act 5/60 Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Act 5/60 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Act 5/60 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Act 5/60 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Act 5/60 Tablet related warnings section.

Act 5/60 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Act 5/60 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Act 5/60 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Act 5/60 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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Act 5/60 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Act 5/60 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)
Bronchitis
Allergy (Read More - Simple and Effective Home Remedies for Allergy Relief)
Cough
Phlegm (Read More - Home remedies for mucus)

Act 5/60 Tablet 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: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cetrizine 5 mg + Ambroxol 60 mg/Tablet
Adult	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cetrizine 5 mg + Ambroxol 60 mg or Cetrizine 10 mg + Ambroxol 75 mg/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cetrizine 5 mg + Ambroxol 60 mg or Cetrizine 10 mg + Ambroxol 75 mg/Tablet

Act 5/60 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Act 5/60 Tablet 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.
Is the use of Act 5/60 Tablet 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.
What is the effect of Act 5/60 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Act rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Act 5/60 Tablet on the Liver?

Act may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Act 5/60 Tablet on the Heart?

Side effects of Act rarely affect the heart.

Act 5/60 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Act 5/60 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Act 5/60 Tablet

Is this Act 5/60 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Act 5/60 Tablet does not cause addiction.

Act 5/60 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Act 5/60 Tablet

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Act 5/60 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Act 5/60 Tablet

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Act 5/60 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Frequently asked Questions about Act 5/60 Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Does Act cause weight gain?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, taking Act does not cause weight gain. However, long-term usage of this drug may rarely cause some weight gain. You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are experiencing any weight gain while consuming Act.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Act with montelukast?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Act can be taken with montelukast. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and montelukast is available in the market which is used in the treatment of respiratory tract inflammation.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Act cause stomach upset?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

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 over 5 years ago

Can I take Act With Paracetamol?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Act can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Act a decongestant?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

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