Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol
About Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol
Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol is used to treat symptoms of the common cold and allergies (allergic rhinitis). The common cold is a respiratory illness affecting the nose and throat. It is mostly caused by viruses known as “rhinoviruses”. The virus enters the body through the nose, mouth, or eyes and spreads easily through droplets in the air when the person who is sick sneezes, coughs, or talks. Allergies are caused due to the 'allergens' that cause 'histamine' to release in the blood, thereby causing a stuffy nose, watery eyes, itching nose/throat, etc.
Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol is a combination of five drugs, namely: Paracetamol, Phenylephrine hydrochloride, Chlorpheniramine maleate, Sodium citrate, and menthol. Paracetamol works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins that are responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine hydrochloride works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. Chlorpheniramine maleate works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Sodium citrate works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Menthol relieves minor irritation in the throat and provides a cooling sensation.
Take Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol as advised by your doctor. Some people may experience drowsiness, nervousness, mild headache, dizziness, insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep), blurred vision, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and dry mouth. Most of these side effects of Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol 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 Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before taking Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol. Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. Please do not take more than the prescribed dose of Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol as it may cause liver damage and severe adverse effects. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), chronic bronchitis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), blockage in the stomach or intestines, enlarged prostate gland, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol.
Uses of Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol
Medicinal Benefits
Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol contains Paracetamol, Phenylephrine hydrochloride, Chlorpheniramine maleate, Sodium citrate, and menthol used to treat symptoms of the common cold and allergies. 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 that are responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine hydrochloride is a decongestant that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. Thereby, providing relief from congestion and decreasing mucus production. Chlorpheniramine maleate is an anti-allergic drug that blocks the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Sodium citrate is a mucolytic agent (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Thereby, helps to cough out easily. Menthol is a cooling agent that relieves minor irritation in the throat and provides a cooling sensation. Together Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol helps relieve symptoms of a common cold like headache, fever, and allergies like stuffy nose, watery eyes, itching nose/throat, etc.
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Side Effects of Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol
- Drowsiness
- Nervousness
- Mild headache
- Dizziness
- Insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep)
- Blurred vision
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Dry mouth
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before taking Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol. Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. Please do not take more than the prescribed dose of Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol as it may cause liver damage and severe adverse effects. Avoid using Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine, and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), chronic bronchitis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), blockage in the stomach or intestines, enlarged prostate gland, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol may interact with anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine, cetirizine), antidepressants (duloxetine, escitalopram), anticonvulsants (clonazepam), antianxiety drug (alprazolam), muscle relaxants (cyclobenzaprine), cough suppressants (dextromethorphan), bronchodilator (albuterol), sleeping agent (ramelteon), pain and fever medicines (paracetamol), pain killers (ibuprofen).
Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid foods rich in carbohydrates, pectin including jellies, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, and broccoli as Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol may interact with these foods. Also, avoid intake of Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol with chocolate and caffeine-containing foods such as cocoa beans and tea leaves as they may increase the risk of severity of side effects. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol as it may cause increased drowsiness, dizziness, and difficulty in concentrating.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), chronic bronchitis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), blockage in the stomach or intestines, enlarged prostate gland, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeAvoid consumption of alcohol with Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol as it may cause increased drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in concentrating. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol.
Pregnancy
cautionThe safety of Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionParacetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol may be excreted in breast milk and cause harm to the baby. Therefore, Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol should not be used in breastfeeding mothers without doctor’s advice.
Driving
cautionParacetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol may cause blurred vision or impair thinking in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol.
Liver
cautionTake Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
cautionTake Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Children
cautionParacetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol is not recommended for children below 2 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. However, please consult a doctor before giving Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol to children.
Habit Forming
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 consumption of alcohol with Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness, or lack of concentration.
Special Advise
- Do not give Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol to children below 2 years of age.
- Do not take Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol for longer than 7 days in a row (for adults) unless advised by the doctor.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Common cold: The common cold is an infection caused by the virus, mainly known as ‘rhinoviruses’ affecting the nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). Children younger than 6 years are at the most significant risk of colds, but healthy adults can also be affected to have 2-3 colds annually. 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 pollutants, dust, etc. The symptoms of the common cold include sneezing, sore throat, cough, congestion, mild body pains, low fever, mild headache, feeling unwell, stuffy, or runny nose.
Allergic rhinitis: It is also known as hay fever, which is a type of inflammation in the nasal passage, that occurs due to provoked immune system caused due to allergens in the air. Runny/stuffy nose, sneezing, watery/itchy eyes, and swelling around the eyes and inside the nasal passage are the common signs and symptoms of allergic rhinitis.
FAQs
Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol is used to treat symptoms of the common cold and allergies (allergic rhinitis).
Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol contains Paracetamol, Phenylephrine hydrochloride, Chlorpheniramine maleate, Sodium citrate, and menthol. Paracetamol blocks messengers that cause pain. Phenylephrine hydrochloride works by contracting and narrowing the nasal blood vessels. Chlorpheniramine maleate blocks the action of histamine (a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions). Sodium citrate works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Menthol relieves minor irritation in the throat due to allergy and provides a cooling sensation. Together Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol prevents symptoms of the common cold and allergic rhinitis.
Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol may be used to relieve pain and fever associated with cold. Paracetamol in Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that inhibits the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins that are responsible for pain and fever.
You are not recommended to take Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol with cetirizine as co-administration of these two medicines may increase adverse effects such as drowsiness, dizziness and difficulty in concentrating. However, please consult a doctor before taking Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol with other medicines.
You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol as it may cause liver damage and lead to severe adverse effects. Therefore, take Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol only in doses as advised by a doctor.
Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol may not be suitable for patients with high blood pressure because of the presence of phenylephrine in its composition, which can increase blood pressure by narrowing blood vessels. If you have high blood pressure, inform your doctor before taking this medication to avoid potential complications.
While you are suffering from viral flu, taking some precautions for a quick recovery and avoiding spreading it to others is essential. Get plenty of rest and avoid public places. Drink lots of fluids like water, herbal teas, and broths to stay hydrated. Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your elbow when you cough or sneeze and wash your hands regularly with soap. Avoid close contact with others to prevent the spread of the flu virus. Manage symptoms with over-the-counter medications and seek medical attention if symptoms worsen.
No, Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol is not used to treat asthma coughs. It's used to treat common cold symptoms and allergies (allergic rhinitis). It is not effective for asthma coughs. Consult your doctor for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan for an asthma cough. They may prescribe medications specifically suitable for treating asthma
Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol might cause drowsiness as it is a commonly reported side effect. If you experience drowsiness, rest is advised. This effect generally doesn't require medical attention and usually resolves over time. However, if the drowsiness persists or worsens, please consult your doctor.
Yes, Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol can be used to treat a runny nose. It contains chlorpheniramine, an antihistamine that helps relieve allergy symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, and watery eyes.
The common side effects of Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol are drowsiness, nervousness, mild headache, dizziness, insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep), blurred vision, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and dry mouth. However, these symptoms vanish as your body adjusts to the medication. If these symptoms become worse, please consult a doctor for relief.
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Paracetamol+phenylephrine Hydrochloride+chlorpheniramine Maleate+sodium Citrate+menthol
