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Ammonium chloride

Low back pain and constipation*.

Checked against the official label · Updated

Sold without prescription in some countries Oral Safety alerts on record

How to use Ammonium chloride

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

Who it is for

Low back pain and constipation*

How to take it and how often

Adults and children: At the onset of symptoms, dissolve 5 pellets under the tongue 3 times a day until symptoms are relieved or as directed by a doctor.

Possible side effects

Symptoms persist for more than 3 days or worsen

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding ask a health professional before use

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2023-10-16.

Brands around the world

Products with Ammonium chloride as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Registered products

United States (FDA)

G03 Test-met Test-metAPIS MELLIFERA 7 [hp_C]/mL, CALCIUM FLUORIDE 1 [hp_Q]/mL, CAMPHOR (NATURAL) 2 [hp_Q]/mL · Solution/ Drops · Apex Energetics Inc.
NDC 63479-0703Label
G11 Pineal-met Pineal-metADENOSINE TRIPHOSPHATE 5 [hp_X]/mL, AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 6 [hp_C]/mL, GOLD 7 [hp_C]/mL · Solution/ Drops · Apex Energetics Inc.
NDC 63479-0711Label
Bhi BackAMMONIUM CHLORIDE 6 [hp_X]/1, MATRICARIA RECUTITA 10 [hp_X]/1, CITRULLUS COLOCYNTHIS FRUIT PULP 5 [hp_X]/1 · Tablet · MediNatura Inc
NDC 62795-1007Label
Ammonium MuriaticumAMMONIUM CHLORIDE 30 [hp_C]/30[hp_C] · Pellet · Boiron
NDC 0220-0249Label
Ammonium MuriaticumAMMONIUM CHLORIDE 200 [kp_C]/200[kp_C] · Pellet · Boiron
NDC 0220-0250Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACCofta Tablet 04-0978NAFDACVadilyn Syrup 04-4148NAFDACCofex Lozenges A11-0372NAFDACSkinoRita Cream A4-100358NAFDACAvrocof Lozenges A11-0609NAFDACCoughcare+ Syrup A11-100600NAFDACZedex Cough Syrup 04-3259NAFDACNalis Cough Syrup A11-100036NAFDACUgolab Baby Cough 04-4504NAFDACExokuf Cough Syrup A11-100627NAFDACD-Koff Expectorant 04-2751NAFDACZedex Cough Syrup_ 04-3259

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

Safety alerts and recalls

Lemon Hand Sanitizing Wipes [n-alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride (0.1%) and n-alkyl dimethyl ethyl benzyl ammonium chloride (0.1%)], labeled as a) Genuine Joe Cleaning SuppliU.S. FDA Class III
28 Sep 2012 · ITW Dymon · TerminatedCGMP Deviations: The products were manufactured with raw material which contain unknown particles believed to be water and dirt.

A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.

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Questions about Ammonium chloride

What is Ammonium chloride used for?

Low back pain and constipation* (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Ammonium chloride?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: Adults and children: At the onset of symptoms, dissolve 5 pellets under the tongue 3 times a day until symptoms are relieved or as directed by a doctor.…

Do I need a prescription for Ammonium chloride?

In many countries Ammonium chloride is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Ammonium chloride?

Ammonium chloride is sold under names such as Ammonium Muriaticum. Brand names differ between countries.

What are the side effects of Ammonium chloride?

The official label lists: symptoms persist for more than 3 days or worsen Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.

Can children take Ammonium chloride?

The label gives a separate dose by age: children: At the onset of symptoms, dissolve 5 pellets under. Check the pack or ask a pharmacist.

Can I take Ammonium chloride when pregnant or breastfeeding?

If pregnant or breast-feeding ask a health professional before use Ask your doctor or midwife first.

How can I check that my Ammonium chloride is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

Sources

This page shows what official sources say, in plain words. It is not medical advice: your prescription and your doctor or pharmacist come first. Brand names, strengths and rules differ between countries.