About Levocetirizine
Medically reviewed by Dr Khizer Hussain Junaidy, MD Pharmacology, Diabetologist & Bariatric Physician, on 23 Oct 2026.
What it is for
An anti-allergy medicine for sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes and itchy skin rash (urticaria).
How to take it
Take it once a day, usually at night.
Common side effects
- Sleepiness in some people.
- Dry mouth.
Call your doctor if
- Swelling of the face or lips, or breathing difficulty.
Take care
Avoid alcohol. Do not drive if it makes you sleepy. Lower dose in kidney disease.
From our clinic: Taking it at bedtime reduces daytime sleepiness.
About Paracetamol
Medically reviewed by Dr Khizer Hussain Junaidy, MD Pharmacology, Diabetologist & Bariatric Physician, on 23 Oct 2026.
What it is for
Relieves fever and mild to moderate pain such as headache, body ache and toothache.
How to take it
Take it after food or with water, usually every 6 to 8 hours as needed. Adults should not take more than 4 g in 24 hours. That is eight 500 mg tablets or six 650 mg tablets. Take less if you drink alcohol or have liver disease.
Common side effects
- Usually none at normal doses.
Call your doctor if
- Fever lasting more than 3 days.
- Yellow eyes, dark urine or pain in the upper right belly.
- Someone took more than the safe dose, even if they feel well. Go to a hospital the same day.
Take care
Many cold and pain tablets already contain paracetamol. Check the label so you do not take it twice.
From our clinic: For children, the dose depends on body weight. Ask us to work it out from the child's weight.
About Ambroxol
Medically reviewed by Dr Khizer Hussain Junaidy, MD Pharmacology, Diabetologist & Bariatric Physician, on 23 Oct 2026.
What it is for
Loosens thick mucus in cough with phlegm.
How to take it
Take it after food, as advised. Drink plenty of warm fluids.
Common side effects
Call your doctor if
- Cough for more than 3 weeks.
- Blood in the phlegm.
- High fever or breathlessness.
Take care
Stop it and see the doctor if you get a skin rash, blisters or mouth sores. Do not give it to a child under 2 years unless the doctor advises. Tell the doctor if you are pregnant.
From our clinic: Most coughs from colds settle in 2 to 3 weeks on their own.
General information for patients, not a substitute for your doctor's advice. Your dose and plan may differ.
Details are taken from the maker's pack listing and our billing system. Prices are MRP and may change. This page is not medical advice: do not start, stop or switch a medicine without your doctor. Page updated 23 Oct 2026.