Zedex-P Cold Syrup

Zedex-P Cold Syrup 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.

Zedex-P Cold Syrup 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 Zedex-P Cold Syrup with or without food as prescribed by your doctor. Do not crush, chew, or break it. If Zedex-P Cold Syrup is in syrup form, measure it with a measuring cup. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Zedex-P Cold Syrup based on your medical condition. Some people may experience drowsiness, headache, tiredness, stomach upset, restlessness, and dry mouth. Most of these side effects of Zedex-P Cold 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 known to be allergic to Zedex-P Cold Syrup or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Zedex-P Cold Syrup. 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 Zedex-P Cold Syrup. Do not drink alcohol with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 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.

Zedex-P Cold Syrup is used in the treatment of allergies and the common cold. The detailed uses of Zedex-P Cold Syrup are as follows:

• Relieves Cold and Allergy Symptoms: Zedex-P Cold Syrup helps to reduce cough, sneezing, itchy nose/throat, runny nose, nasal congestion, and watery eyes caused by colds or allergies.
• Reduces Nasal Congestion: Zedex-P Cold Syrup contains a decongestant that narrows blood vessels in the nasal passages to relieve a stuffy nose and improve airflow.
• Reduces Fever and Body Aches: Zedex-P Cold Syrup helps to lower fever and relieve headache, sore throat, and body pain associated with colds and flu.

• Zedex-P Cold Syrup can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor.
• It is usually taken twice daily or as prescribed by your doctor.
• Swallow Zedex-P Cold Syrup as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Zedex-P Cold Syrup 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.

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