Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride Benefits & Uses

Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride 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: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 14 mg diphenhydramine, 138 mg ammonium chloride, 57 mg sodium citrate and 1.1 mg menthol in 5 ml
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 14 mg diphenhydramine, 138 mg ammonium chloride, 57 mg sodium citrate and 1.1 mg menthol in 5 ml
Adult	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 14 mg diphenhydramine, 138 mg ammonium chloride, 57 mg sodium citrate and 1.1 mg menthol in 5 ml
Geriatric	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 14 mg diphenhydramine, 138 mg ammonium chloride, 57 mg sodium citrate and 1.1 mg menthol in 5 ml

Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride is used -

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

Unknown

Coma
Metabolic acidosis

Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride Related Warnings

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

Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride safe during breastfeeding?

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

Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride on the Liver?

Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride on the Heart?

Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride is not harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride with Other Drugs

Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Selegiline

Azelastine

Cetirizine

Fentanyl

Amlodipine,Valsartan

Atropine

Moderate

Alcohol

Morphine

Codeine

Quinidine

Rasagiline

Amitriptyline

Amoxapine

Amitriptyline

Amoxapine

Quinidine

Levofloxacin

Amprenavir

Amprenavir Capsule

Amphetamine

Amphetamine Tablet

Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride 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

Frequently asked Questions about Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride

Is this Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride is addictive.

Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride

You can take Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Diphenhydramine + Menthol + Sodium Citrate + Ammonium chloride and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 441-443

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 663

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Diphenhydramine (diphenhydramine hydrochloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 888

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