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FIFTY 50 DROPS is used to treat cough and cold in paediatric patients. It contains Ambroxol, Chlorpheniramine maleate and Phenylephrine. Ambroxol loosens and thins mucus, making it easier to cough out phlegm. Chlorpheniramine maleate relieves allergy/cold symptoms. Phenylephrine provides relief from congestion. Together, they relieve the cough and cold. This medication's most common side effects are dizziness, dry mouth, constipation, and loss of appetite.

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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About FIFTY 50 DROPS

FIFTY 50 DROPS is an oral medicine used to relieve wet (productive) cough, chest congestion, nasal stuffiness, and allergy symptoms such as a runny nose, sneezing, and watery eyes. It is designed to help clear mucus from your airways while opening up your nasal passages for easier breathing.

Your doctor will determine how often you need to take this medicine, but it is typically taken consistently at scheduled times throughout the day. You can take this medicine with or without food. Drinking plenty of warm fluids and using steam inhalation can also help improve your results and thin out mucus.

While taking FIFTY 50 DROPS , you may experience common side effects such as mild sleepiness, dry mouth, or a light headache. If you experience serious side effects, such as a rapid heart rate, severe dizziness, or an allergic reaction, stop taking the medicine and consult your doctor immediately.

Talk to your doctor before starting this medicine if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, thyroid disorders, or liver or kidney issues. Do not take this if you are currently taking, or have taken in the last 14 days, Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) for depression.

This medicine may interact with alcohol, which can significantly increase drowsiness, and other cold medications containing similar ingredients. Pregnant, breastfeeding, or elderly individuals should consult their doctor before using FIFTY 50 DROPS to ensure it is safe for them.

 

Uses of FIFTY 50 DROPS

FIFTY 50 DROPS is used in the treatment of cough and cold. The detailed uses of FIFTY 50 DROPS are as follows:

  • Productive cough (cough with mucus): Helps thin and loosen sticky secretions in the lungs, making it easier to cough them up and clear the airway.
  • Nasal and sinus congestion: Reduces swelling in the nasal passages to relieve stuffiness and uncomfortable sinus pressure.
  • Allergic rhinitis and common cold: Relieves symptoms such as sneezing, watery eyes, and an itchy or runny nose caused by environmental allergens or viral infections.

Key Benefits

FIFTY 50 DROPS helps relieve multiple symptoms associated with colds, allergies, and respiratory congestion. The following are the benefits of this medication:

  • Helps loosen and clear thick mucus from the airways, making it easier to breathe while relieving cough and reducing chest discomfort or tightness.
  • Helps reduce swelling inside the nose, relieving nasal congestion and sinus pressure.
  • Helps relieve sneezing, a runny nose, and itchy eyes associated with colds and allergies, allowing you to carry out your daily activities more comfortably.
     

Directions for Use

  • FIFTY 50 DROPS can be given to your child with or without food, as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow the doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Shake the bottle well before each use.
  • Give the prescribed dose to your child by mouth using the dropper provided with the pack.

How FIFTY 50 DROPS Works

FIFTY 50 DROPS works through a combination of three active ingredients that target different aspects of respiratory discomfort. Ambroxol: It is a mucolytic agent. It works directly on the thick mucus in your lungs and airways, breaking down its chemical structure to make it thinner and less sticky. This makes your cough more productive and helps clear your airways faster. Chlorpheniramine maleate: It is an antihistamine. When your body encounters an allergen or virus, it releases a substance called histamine, which causes sneezing, watery eyes, and a runny nose. This component blocks histamine receptors, stopping these allergic reactions before they start. Phenylephrine: It is a decongestant. It targets the small blood vessels in your nasal passages that swell during a cold or allergy. By narrowing these blood vessels, it reduces swelling and opens up the nasal passages so you can breathe easier.
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Alcohol

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Pregnancy

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

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Driving

Not applicable

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available. Please consult the doctor if your child has liver problems.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available. Please consult the doctor if your child has kidney problems.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

FIFTY 50 DROPS can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor.

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Heart

Caution

FIFTY 50 DROPS should be avoided in heart patients unless prescribed by a doctor. Phenylephrine can raise blood pressure and affect heart rhythm, which may pose risks for individuals with cardiac conditions.

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Geriatrics

Caution

FIFTY 50 DROPS should be avoided in geriatric patients unless prescribed by a doctor. Older adults may be more sensitive to side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, or increased blood pressure, so medical supervision is essential.

What if I have taken an overdose of FIFTY 50 DROPS

In case of an accidental overdose, seek immediate medical attention or contact a poison control centre right away. Symptoms of an overdose may include severe drowsiness, a rapid heart rate, severe restlessness, or extreme dizziness.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Stay well hydrated: Drink plenty of warm fluids, such as water, herbal teas, or broth, to maintain hydration and help loosen mucus.
  • Use a humidifier: Run a cool-mist humidifier in your bedroom to add moisture to the air and soothe dry nasal passages and throat irritation.
  • Avoid respiratory irritants: Do not smoke, and avoid secondhand smoke, dust, and strong chemical fumes that may irritate your lungs and worsen symptoms.
  • Get enough rest: Allow yourself adequate rest and sleep to support your immune system while your body recovers from the respiratory illness.
  • Try warm steam: Take a warm shower or carefully inhale steam to help loosen thick mucus and ease nasal congestion.

 

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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for FIFTY 50 DROPS to start to work: The time required for FIFTY 50 DROPS to show its action is not clinically established. The time for which the effects of FIFTY 50 DROPS last: The duration of action for FIFTY 50 DROPS is not clinically established.

What if you forget to take FIFTY 50 DROPS

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Storage

• Store the medicine at room temperature, ideally between 15°C and 30°C (59°F and 86°F).

Drug Warnings

  • Avoid driving if drowsy: This medicine may cause significant sleepiness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do tasks that require full alertness until you know how it affects you.
  • Check the liquid before use: Make sure the liquid looks normal and does not contain particles. Do not use it if it is cloudy or has an unusual colour.
  • Avoid other cough and cold medicines: Do not take other over-the-counter cough, cold, sinus, or allergy medicines with this medicine unless your doctor or pharmacist says it is safe. Some products may contain the same ingredients and could increase the risk of side effects.
  • Stand up slowly: Get up slowly from a sitting or lying position, especially if you feel dizzy. This can help reduce the risk of losing your balance or falling.
  • Watch for worsening symptoms: If your symptoms do not improve within 7 days, or if you develop a high fever, severe skin rash, or persistent headache, stop taking the medicine and contact your doctor.
  • Avoid use with certain health conditions: Do not use this medicine if you have severe or uncontrolled high blood pressure or severe liver disease unless your doctor recommends it.
  • Check for allergies: Do not use this medicine if you have previously had an allergic reaction to ambroxol, chlorpheniramine, phenylephrine, or any other ingredient in the medicine.
  • Use in young children only as prescribed: Do not give this medicine to children under 2 years of age unless specifically prescribed by a doctor. Always use the measuring device provided to ensure the correct dose for children.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Sleeping pills, anxiety medicines, muscle relaxants, and certain pain relievers: Taking these medicines alongside FIFTY 50 DROPS may increase the risk of excessive drowsiness, dizziness, and reduced alertness.
  • Monoamine oxidase (MAOIs) inhibitors/Medicines used for depression (e.g., phenelzine, tranylcypromine): FIFTY 50 DROPS must not be taken with MAOIs or within 14 days of stopping them, as this combination can cause a dangerous increase in blood pressure.
  • Medicines used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions: These medicines may become less effective when taken alongside FIFTY 50 DROPS and may require closer monitoring.

 

No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

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Drug-Food Interactions

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  • Alcohol: Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine, as it can significantly increase the risk of drowsiness, dizziness, and impaired concentration.

 

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Therapeutic Class

[COUGH AND COLD PREPARATIONS ]

FAQs

FIFTY 50 DROPS is used to treat cough and cold.
FIFTY 50 DROPS works by relieving congestion by thinning mucus and narrowing the blood vessels. It also helps relieve allergy/cold symptoms by blocking a chemical messenger that causes sneezing and runny nose.
To treat your child’s condition effectively, it is advised to continue using FIFTY 50 DROPS for the duration prescribed by the doctor. If you have any concerns, please consult the doctor.
If you miss giving a dose to the child, administer it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and administer the next dose at the scheduled time. Avoid doubling the dose.
FIFTY 50 DROPS may cause drowsiness or sleepiness in some children as a mild side effect. It is best to avoid activities until your child feels fully alert and encourage them to lie down and relax. If your child becomes excessively sleepy, please consult your doctor for further guidance.
Taking a higher dose of FIFTY 50 DROPS than recommended is not advisable, as it increases the risk of side effects, such as drowsiness and dizziness, in your child. Always follow the recommended dosage to ensure safety and effectiveness. If your child experiences any unusual symptoms, please consult your doctor right away.
FIFTY 50 DROPS may cause dry mouth as a possible side effect in some individuals. If your child experiences dry mouth, ensure they stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water. If the dryness persists or becomes uncomfortable, consult your doctor for advice.
FIFTY 50 DROPS may cause common side effects such as dizziness, dry mouth, constipation, and loss of appetite. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult the doctor.
This medicine can cause drowsiness, dizziness, or mild coordination issues. It is best to avoid driving or operating machinery until you know exactly how it affects you. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns.
You should consult your healthcare provider before taking this medicine if you have high blood pressure, as one of the active ingredients can cause a temporary increase in blood pressure. Talk to your doctor for safe alternatives.
Many patients begin to feel relief from congestion and allergy symptoms within 30 to 60 minutes after taking the medicine, though individual response times can vary. Talk to your doctor if you do not feel better within a few days.
Do not take this medicine with other over-the-counter cough or cold remedies without consulting your pharmacist first, as they may contain duplicate active ingredients and increase the risk of side effects. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Yes, you can take it before bed, and its mild sedative effect may actually help you sleep better if your cough or congestion is keeping you awake. However, always follow the exact schedule prescribed by your doctor. Talk to your doctor for advice.
No, you should avoid alcohol while taking this medication. Alcohol can significantly increase the drowsy and dizzy side effects of this medicine, making it unsafe. Talk to your doctor if you have questions.
If your cough lasts longer than 7 days, returns, or is accompanied by a high fever, severe skin rash, or a persistent headache, you should stop taking the medicine and consult your healthcare provider. Talk to your doctor.
This medicine should only be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding if explicitly recommended by your healthcare provider, as some ingredients may not be suitable. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist to weigh the benefits and risks.

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Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

1307, 11TH ST, YELAREDDYGUDA HYDERABAD TG 500073 IN
Other Info - FIF0008
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