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About Alkem Cold Suspension

CETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE belongs to a category of  'cough and cold medications' primarily used to treat the common cold and allergic symptoms like sneezing, watery eyes or itchy/watery nose and throat. The common cold is a respiratory illness affecting the nose and throat, mostly caused by viruses known as 'rhinovirus'. The virus attacks the body through the mouth, nose, or eyes and spreads quickly through droplets in the air when a person who is sick sneezes, coughs, or talks.

CETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE is composed of three medicines namely: Cetirizine (antihistamine/antiallergic), Phenylephrine (decongestant), and Paracetamol (mild analgesic and antipyretic). Cetirizine belongs to the class of antihistamines (antiallergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness. Phenylephrine helps in shrinking the blood vessels in the nasal passage, thereby reducing stuffy nose. Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as 'prostaglandins' responsible for pain and fever.

Uses of Alkem Cold Suspension

Common cold, Allergies (allergic rhinitis) 

Medicinal Benefits of Alkem Cold Suspension

CETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE is primarily used to treat the common cold and allergies symptoms such as runny nose, blocked nose, sneezing, congestion, pain & fever. It is composed of three medicines, namely Cetirizine (antihistamine), Phenylephrine (decongestant), and Paracetamol (mild analgesic and antipyretic). Cetirizine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness. Phenylephrine helps in shrinking the blood vessels in the nasal passage, thereby reducing stuffy nose. Paracetamol is a mild analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as 'prostaglandins' responsible for pain and fever.

Directions for Use

CETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE is available as tablets and liquid form (syrup). Take a CETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE tablet with or without food as prescribed by your doctor and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. If CETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE is in syrup form, measure it with a measuring cup. Your doctor will recommend how often you take CETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE based on your medical condition. 

Side Effects of Alkem Cold Suspension

Like other medications, CETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE also has certain side effects, but it is not mandatory for anyone to experience them. Some people may experience drowsiness, nausea, fatigue, dryness in the mouth, headache, vomiting. It is not necessary for everyone to experience the above side effects. In some cases, it is also known to cause an allergic reaction, which may disappear in some time. In case of any discomfort, speak with a doctor.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take CETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE if you are allergic to CETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE, anti-histamine (cetirizine), analgesics (paracetamol), a decongestant (phenylephrine), or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting CETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE. If you have high blood pressure,  kidney or liver disease, coronary artery disease, please do not take CETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE as it is known to interact. Also, inform your doctor about all other medications you have been taking before starting CETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE. Do not stop taking CETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE even if you feel better without asking your doctor as your symptoms may come back and may even worsen your condition. CETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE may cause drowsiness and sleepiness, so it is advised not to drive a car or operate machinery. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness. Do not take CETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE if you have taken any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days. Also, avoid tobacco consumption as it may worsen your condition further.

Drug-Drug Interaction:

CETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE may interact with blood thinners (warfarin, aspirin), antibiotics (chloramphenicol), high cholesterol-lowering medicines (cholestyramine), anti-sickness drugs (domperidone, metoclopramide), anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine), drugs used to reduce acid in the stomach (pantoprazole), anti-depressants (isocarboxazid, rasagiline, linezolid, tranylcypromine).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• Avoid consumption of alcohol with CETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE as it may increase drowsiness. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with CETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE.