Arikold AP Tablet

Arikold AP Tablet belongs to the class of antihistamines. It is used to relieve symptoms of a common cold, such as a runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, and a blocked nose. The common cold is an infection of the nose and throat caused by viruses.

Arikold AP Tablet is a combination of aceclofenac, paracetamol, phenylephrine, cetirizine, and caffeine as active ingredients. It works by blocking the action of certain substances responsible for causing allergic reactions.

Arikold AP Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, dry mouth, constipation, and trouble sleeping. If these side effects persist for a longer duration, consult your doctor immediately. Take Arikold AP Tablet as prescribed by your doctor.

Do not use Arikold AP Tablet if you are allergic to it or any other contents. Inform your doctor if you have any history of liver/kidney disease, asthma, breathing problems, and heart problems before taking Arikold AP Tablet. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Arikold AP Tablet.

Arikold AP Tablet combines paracetamol, aceclofenac, paracetamol, phenylephrine, cetirizine, and caffeine. Paracetamol inhibits the production of prostaglandins (chemical messengers) in the brain, which are responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nasal passage, reducing the stuffy nose. Aceclofenac works by inhibiting the effect of chemical messengers like prostaglandins (responsible for producing pain and inflammation). This helps relieve allergic symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness. 

• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Nervousness
• Trouble sleeping
• Anxiety
• Fast or uneven heart rate
• Mood changes
• Dry mouth 
• Constipation

Let your doctor know about your complete medical and medication history to rule out any side effects. Arikold AP Tablet may cause drowsiness, so do not take alcohol as it causes excessive drowsiness. Also, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you are drowsy. Caution should be exercised if you have any history of liver/kidney disease, epilepsy, asthma, breathing problems, and heart disease while taking Arikold AP Tablet. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 6 years of age as the safety is not established. Limited information is available on the use of medicine in special populations. Hence, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking the medicine.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Arikold AP Tablet may interact with MAO inhibitors (isocarboxazid. linezolid, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, safinamide, selegiline, and tranylcypromine), medications used to treat cough (codeine and hydrocodone), sedatives (alprazolam, lorazepam, and zolpidem), etc

Drug-Food Interactions: Consumption of alcohol increases the risk of side effects.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Arikold AP Tablet should be used with caution in patients with uncontrolled asthma, high blood pressure, heart diseases, or hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid).

• ISOCARBOXAZID
• LINEZOLID
• MOCLOBEMIDE
• SELEGILINE
• CODEINE
• HYDROCODONE
• ALPRAZOLAM

• Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drinking liquids at room temperature can alleviate cough, runny nose, and sneezing.
• The immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick. An individual can exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
• To stay fit and safe, sleep at least 8 hours each night.
• It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. Certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.
• Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.

Common cold: The common cold is an infection caused by viruses, mainly 'rhinovirus' affecting your nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). In most cases, cold symptoms are recovered within a week or ten days. However, symptoms might last longer in people who smoke or are exposed to allergens like dust, pollutants, etc. It mostly occurs due to chemicals, air pollution, pet danders, dust, pollen hairs, seasonal allergies like hay fever, etc. Common cold symptoms include stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, cough, congestion, mild body pain, mild headache, sneezing, low-grade fever, and feeling unwell (malaise).