CT Cold AF Syrup

CT Cold AF Syrup is a respiratory medication, primarily used to treat symptoms of common cold and allergies. The common cold is a respiratory illness that affects the nose and throat and is caused by viruses known as 'rhinoviruses'. The virus enters the body through the nose, mouth, or eyes and spreads easily through air droplets when a sick person sneezes, coughs or talks. Allergy is an immune response produced by the body in response to 'allergens', which releases 'histamines' into the blood. Histamines are the chemicals released into the body due to this immune response and cause a stuffy nose, watery eyes, itching nose/throat, etc.

CT Cold AF Syrup consists of four medicines, namely: Chlorpheniramine maleate(anti-allergic), Phenylephrine (decongestant), Sodium Citrate (mucolytic), and Menthol (organic compound). Chlorpheniramine maleate 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 also provides temporary relief from sneezing, watery and itchy eyes, and runny nose caused by hay fever and other upper respiratory allergies. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. It is a vasoconstrictor (narrows blood vessels) and is used as a cardiotonic (favourable effect on the heart) agent. Sodium Citrate is a 'mucolytic agent' that makes sputum less viscous and easier to cough out. Menthol is an organic compound that produces a cooling sensation and relieves throat irritation.

Take CT Cold AF Syrup with or without food as advised by your doctor. Some people may experience nausea, vomiting, headache, and sleepiness. Most of these side effects of CT Cold AF Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to CT Cold AF Syrup or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, chronic bronchitis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disorders, stomach ulcers, overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), enlarged prostate gland, epilepsy, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, and urinary problems, please inform your doctor before taking CT Cold AF Syrup. If you are pregnant or planning to conceive, it is advised to tell your doctor before taking CT Cold AF Syrup. Do not use CT Cold AF Syrup in breastfeeding mothers without a doctor's advice as it may be excreted into breast milk and cause harm to the baby. CT Cold AF Syrup is not recommended for children below four years of age.

CT Cold AF Syrup is a respiratory medication, primarily used to treat symptoms of common cold and allergies. CT Cold AF Syrup consists of four medicines: Chlorpheniramine maleate (anti-allergic), Phenylephrine (decongestant), Sodium Citrate (mucolytic), and Menthol (organic compound). Chlorpheniramine maleate is an antihistamine agent (anti-allergic) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It also provides temporary relief from sneezing, watery and itchy eyes and runny nose caused by hay fever and other upper respiratory allergies. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. It is a vasoconstrictor (narrows blood vessels) and is used as a cardiotonic (favourable effect on heart) agent. Sodium citrate is a mucolytic agent (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe and nose. Menthol is an organic compound that produces a cooling sensation and relieves throat irritation.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Sleepiness/drowsiness. 

Let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to CT Cold AF Syrup, high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, chronic bronchitis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disorders, stomach ulcers, overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), enlarged prostate gland, epilepsy, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver and urinary problems before taking CT Cold AF Syrup. If you are pregnant or planning to conceive, it is advised to inform your doctor before taking CT Cold AF Syrup. Do not use CT Cold AF Syrup in breastfeeding mothers without doctor's advice since Chlorpheniramine in CT Cold AF Syrup may be excreted into breast milk and cause harm to the baby. CT Cold AF Syrup is not recommended for children below four years of age. Avoid consuming alcohol along with CT Cold AF Syrup as it could lead to increased drowsiness. Drive only if you are alert since CT Cold AF Syrup may cause sleepiness/shakiness/increased heart rate in some people.

Drug-Drug Interaction: CT Cold AF Syrup may interact with anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine, cetirizine), anti-depressants (duloxetine, sertraline), cough suppressants (dextromethorphan, hydrocodone), anxiety treating drugs (alprazolam) and central nervous system stimulants (dextroamphetamine, amphetamine, methylphenidate).

Drug-Food Interaction: Limit alcohol intake since it may worsen the side effects like dizziness and shakiness.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Brief your medical history if you have any high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, chronic bronchitis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disorders, stomach ulcers, hyperthyroidism, enlarged prostate gland, epilepsy, pheochromocytoma, kidney, liver and urinary problems before taking CT Cold AF Syrup.

• DIPHENHYDRAMINE
• CETIRIZINE
• DULOXETINE
• SERTRALINE
• DEXTROMETHORPHAN
• HYDROCODONE
• ALPRAZOLAM
• DEXTROAMPHETAMINE
• AMPHETAMINE
• METHYLPHENIDATE

• Take CT Cold AF Syrup as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals. Do not use other over-the-counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements without informing your pharmacist or doctor when you take CT Cold AF Syrup.
• Know your triggers like allergens, such as pollen, dust and food items that make your asthma and other respiratory diseases severe.
• Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking. Smoking also reduces the effectiveness of the medicine.
• Drink extra fluids while you take CT Cold AF Syrup to help loosen congestion and lubricate the throat.
• Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
• Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.

• You are recommended to inform your doctor that you are taking CT Cold AF Syrup before undergoing any medical tests or surgery.
• It is advised to stop using CT Cold AF Syrup if your cough persists for more than one week and consult your doctor.

Common cold: It is a respiratory illness that affects the nose and throat and is caused by viruses known as 'rhinoviruses'. The virus enters the body through the nose, mouth or eyes and spreads easily through air droplets when a sick person sneezes, coughs or talks. 

Allergy is an immune response produced by the body in response to 'allergens', which release 'histamines' into the blood. Histamines are the chemicals released into the body due to this immune response and cause a stuffy nose, watery eyes, itching nose/throat etc.