Cetaxol 5mg/60mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of cough. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. It also thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to cough out. Cetaxol 5mg/60mg Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. The most common side effects are stomach upset, dryness in mouth, fatigue, sedation, and allergic reaction. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make dizziness worse. Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney and liver diseases. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

• Dryness in mouth
• Fatigue
• Dizziness
• Sedation
• Allergic reaction

If you miss a dose of Cetaxol 5mg/60mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Q. Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Cetaxol 5mg/60mg Tablet??
  Ans: No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Cetaxol 5mg/60mg Tablet. Drinking alcohol will increase the severity of drowsiness/sleepiness caused by Cetaxol 5mg/60mg Tablet.
• Q. Q. Can I breastfeed while taking Cetaxol 5mg/60mg Tablet??
  Ans: No, it is not advisable to breastfeed while using Cetaxol 5mg/60mg Tablet. This medicine contains Cetirizine, an antihistamine, which can pass into the breast milk and may harm the baby. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are advised to take this medicine.
• Q. Q. Can the use of Cetaxol 5mg/60mg Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness??
  Ans: Yes, Cetaxol 5mg/60mg Tablet may make you feel drowsy or sleepy. Do not drive car, operate machinery, work at heights or participate in potentially dangerous activities until you know how the medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience such episodes while you are taking this medicine.
• Q. Q. Will Cetaxol 5mg/60mg Tablet be more effective if taken in more than recommended dose??
  Ans: No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects and toxicity. If the recommended dosage does not relieve your symptoms or there is an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.
• Q. Q. Can the use of Cetaxol 5mg/60mg Tablet cause dry mouth??
  Ans: Yes, the use of Cetaxol 5mg/60mg Tablet can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night.

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