Ammonium Chloride + Diphenhydramine

Uses of Ammonium Chloride + Diphenhydramine

Ammonium chloride + diphenhydramine is used to relieve chest congestion and productive cough.

How Ammonium Chloride + Diphenhydramine Works

It works by blocking histamine action which prevents allergic reactions.The expectorant helps by reducing the viscosity of mucus easier to cough up.

Side Effects of Ammonium Chloride + Diphenhydramine

Dizziness, Headache, Fatigue, Blurred Vision, Nausea, Gi Disturbance

Warnings

Kidney Use With Care

Ammonium Chloride + Diphenhydramine should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol Not Advisable

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ammonium Chloride + Diphenhydramine. Taking Ammonium Chloride + Diphenhydramine with alcohol may worsen the side effects such as headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and palpitations.

Pregnancy Maybe Safe

Animal studies have not shown adverse effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving Not advisable

Ammonium Chloride + Diphenhydramine may cause side effects such as sedation, drowsiness, dizziness, headaches, and psychomotor impairment, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.

Liver Limited Data

Ammonium Chloride + Diphenhydramine should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ammonium Chloride + Diphenhydramine may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation Limited Data

Ammonium Chloride + Diphenhydramine may be excreted in breastmilk. No human data suggests that Ammonium Chloride + Diphenhydramine does not represent a significant risk to the baby. Ammonium Chloride + Diphenhydramine is not recommended for use during lactation. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Written by , MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).