Hova Expectorant

Brand Hovid
Manufacturer Hovid
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Overview

Hova Expectorant is supplied as a healthcare product, with Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 14mg per 5mL. It is supplied in a pack size of 120ml.

No prescription is required for this product, as it is a non-prescription medicine. This page is limited to product, safety and handling information.

If you would like guidance before buying, you can speak to a doctor or pharmacist through an online consultation on DoctorOnCall. Orders are dispensed by a registered pharmacist and delivered to your address.

Directions for Use

Hova Expectorant should be taken by mouth using the dosing cup or spoon provided, shaking the bottle well before use, strictly according to the dose, frequency, and duration prescribed by your doctor following your online consultation; do not exceed the prescribed dose without further medical advice.

Dosage

Dosage of Hova Expectorant is determined by your prescribing doctor based on your age and clinical need; as a sedating antihistamine-containing preparation it is not recommended for young children without medical advice, and adults should follow the doctor-prescribed dose and frequency precisely, typically taken several times a day with adequate spacing between doses.

Storage Instructions

Store Hova Expectorant below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture, keep the bottle tightly closed, and keep out of reach and sight of children.

Side Effects

  • Drowsiness or dizziness
  • Dry mouth or throat
  • Nausea or stomach upset
  • Headache
  • Blurred vision
  • Mild constipation

Contraindications

  • Known hypersensitivity to diphenhydramine, ammonium chloride, sodium citrate, or any excipient in the syrup
  • Severe liver impairment (ammonium chloride should be used with caution or avoided)
  • Concurrent use with other sedating antihistamines or central nervous system depressants without medical advice
  • Newborns and young infants, unless specifically directed by a doctor
  • Narrow-angle glaucoma or difficulty urinating due to prostate enlargement, unless cleared by a doctor

Drug / Food Interactions

  • May increase drowsiness when taken with alcohol, sedatives, or other CNS depressants
  • May interact with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs); avoid concurrent use
  • Ammonium chloride may affect the excretion of certain other medicines and should be used cautiously alongside other drugs cleared through the kidneys
  • Additive sedative effects may occur with other antihistamine-containing cold and flu products; avoid doubling up

Quick Tips

  • Shake the bottle well before each use to ensure the dose is evenly mixed
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how this syrup affects you, as drowsiness is common
  • Do not combine with other cough, cold, or allergy products containing antihistamines to avoid excess sedation
  • Drink plenty of water to help support the loosening effect on mucus
  • See a doctor if your cough persists beyond a week, is accompanied by fever, or worsens

Ingredients / Active Ingredients

  • Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 14mg per 5mL
  • Ammonium Chloride 135mg per 5mL
  • Sodium Citrate Dihydrate 57mg per 5mL

Safety Advice

Pregnancy

Use With Care

This medicine should be used cautiously during pregnancy. Monitoring may be required.

Breastfeeding

Use With Care

Use with caution. Monitor infant for potential adverse reactions.

Kidney

Use With Care

Use cautiously. Dose adjustment or monitoring may be required.

Liver

Use With Care

Use cautiously. Liver function monitoring may be required.

Alcohol

Use With Care

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with this medicine.

Driving

Not Advisable

It is not advisable to drive if you experience side effects from this medicine.

Relevant Information

Hova Expectorant combines a sedating antihistamine with expectorant salts and is dispensed as a prescription item through DoctorOnCall. Because it contains a sedating antihistamine, it should be used with particular caution in the elderly and in anyone who needs to remain alert, and prescribing doctors should consider individual patient factors such as liver function before recommending use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Product Specifications

BrandHovid
ManufacturerHovid
ClassificationNon-prescription
Ingredients / Active IngredientsAmmonium Chloride + Diphenhydramine
Volume120ml
Shelf LifeUse Hova Expectorant within the expiry date printed on the bottle and carton, and discard any unused portion once this date has passed or as advised by your pharmacist after opening.

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Important Medical Information

💊 Recommended Dosage:

Dosage of Hova Expectorant is determined by your prescribing doctor based on your age and clinical need; as a sedating antihistamine-containing preparation it is not recommended for young children without medical advice, and adults should follow the doctor-prescribed dose and frequency precisely, typically taken several times a day with adequate spacing between doses.

🛑 Contraindications (Do not use if):
  • Known hypersensitivity to diphenhydramine, ammonium chloride, sodium citrate, or any excipient in the syrup
  • Severe liver impairment (ammonium chloride should be used with caution or avoided)
  • Concurrent use with other sedating antihistamines or central nervous system depressants without medical advice
  • Newborns and young infants, unless specifically directed by a doctor
  • Narrow-angle glaucoma or difficulty urinating due to prostate enlargement, unless cleared by a doctor
If you are unsure, please chat with us or consult your doctor.
⚠️ Common Side Effects:
  • Drowsiness or dizziness
  • Dry mouth or throat
  • Nausea or stomach upset
  • Headache
  • Blurred vision
  • Mild constipation
Stop taking this medication immediately and consult your doctor if you experience severe allergic reactions or side effects.
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