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Amylmetacresol is commonly used to treat dry cough, sore throat, throat irritation, minor throat infections.
Amylmetacresol is a phenolic antiseptic that is used as the main ingredient of Lozenges to treat minor throat and mouth infections. The mechanism is not fully elucidated. However, it is suggested that Amylmetacresol works by denaturation of external protein spikes, a pH-induced rearrangement of the tertiary structure of attachment proteins, or a selective effect on viral lipid membranes/protein-lipid interaction leading to bacterial/ viral death in patient with minor infections of mouth and throat.
Allergic reactions (Difficulty breathing, facial swelling, tongue and throat swelling, generalised rashes) Sore tongue
Consumption of alcohol with Amylmetacresol is safe as there is no known drug interaction when they are consumed together
Safety has not been established in pregnancy. Nevertheless, seek for any advice from doctors or pharmacist upon starting on medication.
Safety has not been established in lactating women. Nevertheless, seek for any advice from doctors or pharmacist upon starting on any medication.
Amylmetacresol is not known for any side effect related to impaired vision, dizziness or daylight somnolence, hence, it is safe to drive following consumption of this medication.
There is no dose adjustment with kidney impairment
Dosage adjustment is not required in patients with liver impairment.
