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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Phenicold Tablet is used to treat the allergies and common cold symptoms like sneezing, runny/stuffy nose, watery eyes, and itchy nose/throat. It works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps in shrinking the blood vessels in the nasal passage, thereby reducing a stuffy nose. Also, it inhibits the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins responsible for pain and fever. Some people may experience drowsiness, headache, tiredness, stomach upset, restlessness, and dry mouth. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Medoc Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

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ORAL

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3 Days Returnable

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Jan-27

About Phenicold Tablet

Phenicold Tablet is a cough and cold medication used to treat allergies and common cold symptoms like sneezing, runny/stuffy nose, watery eyes, and itchy nose/throat. The common cold is a respiratory illness affecting the nose and throat, mostly caused by viruses known as 'rhinovirus'. This virus attacks the body through the mouth, nose, or eyes and spreads easily through droplets in the air when a person who is sick sneezes, coughs, or talks.

Phenicold Tablet is composed of three medicines, namely Levocetirizine (antihistamine/antiallergic), Phenylephrine (decongestant), and Paracetamol (analgesic and antipyretic). Levocetirizine 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 a 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.

Take Phenicold Tablet with or without food as prescribed by your doctor. Do not crush, chew, or break it. If Phenicold Tablet is in syrup form, measure it with a measuring cup. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Phenicold Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience drowsiness, headache, tiredness, stomach upset, restlessness, and dry mouth. Most of these side effects of Phenicold Tablet 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 known to be allergic to Phenicold Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Phenicold Tablet . It should be used with caution in children only if prescribed by a doctor. If you have high blood pressure, kidney or liver problems, coronary artery disease (heart problems), or are receiving any monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAO) therapy to treat depression like Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline, Tranylcypromine etc., inform your doctor before taking Phenicold Tablet . Do not drink alcohol with Phenicold Tablet as it may potentiate the dizziness property of Cetrizine. Hence, it is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery or do hazardous work, which requires mental alertness. Taking more than 4 gm per day of paracetamol can damage your liver severely, so if you have liver problems, please contact your doctor.

Uses of Phenicold Tablet

Treatment of Allergies, Common cold.

Directions for Use

Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Take it with or without food and swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Phenicold Tablet is primarily used to treat common cold symptoms and reduce symptoms of allergies. It is composed of three medicines, namely Levocetirizine (antihistamine), Phenylephrine (decongestant), and Paracetamol (analgesic and antipyretic). Levocetirizine 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 shrink the blood vessels in the nostrils and the passage and reduces stuffy noses. 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.

How Phenicold Tablet Works

Phenicold Tablet is composed of three medicines, namely Levocetirizine (antihistamine/antiallergic), Phenylephrine (decongestant), and Paracetamol (analgesic and antipyretic). Levocetirizine 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 a 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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Phenicold Tablet

  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Tiredness
  • Stomach upset
  • Restlessness
  • Dry mouth

What if I have taken an overdose of Phenicold Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Phenicold Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Phenicold Tablet if you are allergic to Phenicold Tablet or any of its ingredients, are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Phenicold Tablet . If you have high blood pressure,  kidney or liver disease, coronary artery disease, please do not take Phenicold Tablet as it is known to interact. Also, inform your doctor about all other medications you have been taking before starting Phenicold Tablet . Do not stop taking Phenicold Tablet even if you feel better without asking your doctor as your symptoms may come back and may even worsen your condition. Phenicold Tablet 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 Phenicold Tablet if you have taken any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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PhenylephrineFurazolidone
Critical
PhenylephrinePropofol
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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PhenylephrineFurazolidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Phenicold Tablet 10's:
Taking Furazolidone with Phenicold Tablet 10's can cause an increase in high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Furazolidone with Phenicold Tablet 10's is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden and severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sweating, lightheadedness, fainting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, consult the doctor immediately. It is advised to use Phenicold Tablet 10's only after 14 days of stopping Furazolidone.
PhenylephrinePropofol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Phenicold Tablet 10's:
Taking Phenicold Tablet 10's with Propofol may lead to increased levels of Phenicold Tablet 10's leading to side effects like high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Phenicold Tablet 10's with Propofol is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrineSevoflurane
Critical
How does the drug interact with Phenicold Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Phenicold Tablet 10's with Sevoflurane can increase the levels of Phenicold Tablet 10's and lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Phenicold Tablet 10's with Sevoflurane is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrineTranylcypromine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Phenicold Tablet 10's:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Phenicold Tablet 10's can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Phenicold Tablet 10's is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrineSelegiline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Phenicold Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Selegiline with Phenicold Tablet 10's together can raise blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Selegiline with Phenicold Tablet 10's is not recommended, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, fits, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and/or fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ParacetamolKetamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Phenicold Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of ketamine and Phenicold Tablet 10's may decrease the effectiveness of Ketamine which could result in a higher blood level.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ketamine and Phenicold Tablet 10's together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. If you're feeling very sleepy or having trouble breathing, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ParacetamolLeflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Phenicold Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Phenicold Tablet 10's and Leflunomide may increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Phenicold Tablet 10's and Leflunomide, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, less desire to eat, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ParacetamolMipomersen
Severe
How does the drug interact with Phenicold Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Mipomersen with Phenicold Tablet 10's may increase the risk or severity of liver injury.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Phenicold Tablet 10's and Mipomersen, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
ParacetamolKetoconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Phenicold Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Phenicold Tablet 10's and Ketoconazole may increase the risk of liver injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Phenicold Tablet 10's and Ketoconazole, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you have joint pain or swelling, fever, chills, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, over-tiredness, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, dark-colored urine, light-colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact a doctor immediately as these may be signs and symptoms of liver damage. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
ParacetamolOxazepam
Severe
How does the drug interact with Phenicold Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Phenicold Tablet 10's may decrease the excretion rate of Oxazepam which could result in a higher serum level.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Oxazepam and Phenicold Tablet 10's, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands with soap and water regularly to prevent the spread of germs.

  • Eat plenty of foods rich in good bacteria like yoghurt to improve overall health. 
  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.
  • Gargle with salt water for relief from sore throat.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption with Phenicold Tablet as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness, or lack of concentration.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY STIMULANTS

Phenicold Tablet Substitute

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Phenicold Tablet as it may increase drowsiness. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Phenicold Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of Phenicold Tablet in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

The safety of Phenicold Tablet in breastfeeding mothers is unknown. Therefore, it is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits are greater than the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Phenicold Tablet may cause drowsiness or tiredness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Phenicold Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Take Phenicold Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Phenicold Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Phenicold Tablet is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. However, please consult a doctor before giving Phenicold Tablet to children.

FAQs

Phenicold Tablet is a cough and cold medication primarily used to treat allergies and common cold symptoms like sneezing, runny/stuffy nose, watery eyes, and itchy nose/throat.
Phenicold Tablet is composed of three medicines, namely Levocetirizine (antihistamine), Phenylephrine (decongestant), and Paracetamol (analgesic and antipyretic). Levocetirizine 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 provide relief from allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness. Phenylephrine helps in shrinking the blood vessels in the nostrils and the passage and 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.
No, you are not recommended to stop taking Phenicold Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Phenicold Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Phenicold Tablet , please consult your doctor.
No, you should not take Phenicold Tablet along with high blood pressure (hypertension) medication, leading to a further rise in blood pressure. Please inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure before starting Phenicold Tablet .
Yes, Cetirizine present in Phenicold Tablet may cause drowsiness. It is not necessary for everyone taking Phenicold Tablet to experience this side effect. Therefore, avoid driving and drinking alcohol if you feel drowsy after taking Phenicold Tablet .
No, you are not recommended to consume alcohol with Phenicold Tablet as it may increase drowsiness, dizziness, and lack of concentration.
No, you are not recommended to take Phenicold Tablet with warfarin as co-administration of these two medicines may increase bleeding risk more easily. However, if you notice blood in urine or stools, dizziness, unusual bleeding or bruising, vomiting, weakness, or headache, please consult a doctor immediately. If you are supposed to use these medicines together, you are advised to contact your doctor so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately to use safely.

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