Coldact Capsule

Coldact Capsule is used to relief of nasal congestion associated with the common cold, hay fever, and other allergies, sinusitis, eustachian tube blockage, and vasomotor and allergic rhinitis. Also, provides symptomatic relief of congestion, headache, aches and pains of colds and flu.

Coldact Capsule is used also to treat fever and is the most commonly used pain reliever and common cold symptoms. It is used to relieve pain in case of a backache, a headache, arthritis and a toothache. It reduces pain in the body caused due to fever.

Coldact medicine does not have any serious side effects. It is safe to use this medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding. However, in rare cases skin rashes may occur accompanied by nausea, stomach pain, and loss of appetite.

You should stop using Coldact Capsule if you experience an allergic reaction to it or notice any other serious symptoms like dark urine, clay-colored stools or jaundice. Overdosing may result in liver failure.

You should not take Coldact Capsule if –

• You are allergic to Coldact Capsule
• You are suffering from a serious liver disorder.
• You normally consume more than 3 alcohol beverages per day or have a history of alcoholism.

There are several drugs that may interact with Coldact Capsule. Inform your doctor about all the other medications that you take including vitamins, minerals, prescribed drugs, over the counter drugs and herbal products.

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• Common Cold Symptoms

• Allergy

  Coldact Capsule is not recommended if you have a known allergy to this medicine.

• Analgesic Nephropathy (Kidney Disease)

  Coldact Cap is not recommended if you suffer from impaired kidney function due to excessive usage of painkillers or otherwise.

• Liver Disease

  Coldact Capsule is metabolised by the liver and is not recommended if you suffer from impaired liver function.

• Nausea

• Allergic Reaction

• Sleepiness

• Headache

• Dizziness

• Nervousness

• Restlessness

• Insomnia (Difficulty In Sleeping)

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  May cause drowsiness. Alcohol may worsen this effect. Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women should consult doctor before using Coldact Capsule.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Breastfeeding women should consult doctor before using this medication.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Use caution while driving or operating machinery. It is said to consult doctor before driving.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Coldact Cap is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
  Use of Coldact Capsule may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Coldact Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Coldact Cap is usually taken as and when required. If the medicine is taken on a regular basis, then the missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. You should not take the missed dose if it is time for taking the next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Coldact Capsule overdosage could cause harmful effects to the body. Early symptoms are loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain while late symptoms include yellowing of skin and eye, severe abdominal pain and dark color urine.

Coldact Capsule is a pain relief medication that is administered orally. It selectively inhibits enzyme function in the brain which allows it to treat pain and fever. It activates certain receptors in the brain that inhibit pain signals. This drug binds to the histamine H1 receptor, which prevents the action from endogenous histamine. And lastly, this drug stimulates beta2-adrenergic receptors and de-stresses bronchial smooth muscle, thereby ameliorating the symptoms of nasal/sinus congestion.

• Ques : What is Coldact Capsule?

  Ans : Coldact capsule is a medication contains three active ingredients in it such as Chlorpheniramine Maleate, pseudoephedrine, Paracetamol in which Chlorpheniramine relieves cold symptoms, paracetamol is a pain reliever and fever reducer, and pseudoephedrine works to treat stuffiness in the nose. This medicine perform its actions by constricting the blood vessels and blocking H1-receptor sites. Coldact capsule is used to treat conditions such as Allergy, Nasal congestions, Hay fever, Running nose, etc.

• Ques : What is Coldact Capsule used for?

  Ans : Coldact capsule is a medication which is used for the treatment, control, and prevention of below mentioned conditions such as:

  1. Common cold
  2. Runny nose
  3. Rhinitis
  4. Chill
  5. Urinary incontinence
  6. Flu
  7. Anaphylactic shock
  8. Obesity
  9. Urticaria
  10. Allergen
  11. Colds
  12. Itchy throat and skin
  13. Catarrh
  14. Nasal congestion
  15. Restlessness
  16. Insomnia
  17. Sleepiness

• Ques : What are the side effects of Coldact Capsule?

  Ans : Coldact Capsule is a medication which have some side effects. These reactions may or may not occur always but some of them are rare and serious, consultation with doctor should be your first priority if you experience any of the side effects. The following side effects of Coldact capsule are mentioned below:

  1. Drowsiness
  2. Sedation
  3. Irregular heartbeat
  4. Constipation
  5. Stomach pain
  6. Hypotension
  7. Blurred vision
  8. Dry mouth
  9. Tightness in chest
  10. Nervousness
  11. Dizziness
  12. Trouble sleeping
  13. Headache
  14. Changes in appetite
  15. Painful urination
  16. Ringing in ears
  17. Allergic reaction
  18. Sleepiness
  19. Nausea
  20. Anemia
  21. Swelling
  22. Edema
  23. Liver damage

• Ques : Is Coldact Capsule safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : It is unknown that how it will react, what impact will it leave on fetus and mother. There are no controlled studies about it on animals or human. Kindly consult your doctor for the case-specific recommendation.

• Ques : Can Coldact Capsule be used for common cold and nasal congestion?

  Ans : Yes. Coldact Capsule is used for common cold and nasal congestion. It acts as a decongestant that helps to treat sinus and bronchitis.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Coldact Capsule before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : The proper duration of consuming Coldact Capsule depends upon person to person. Patient should consult a doctor for proper dosage and better improvements.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Coldact Capsule?

  Ans : Coldact Capsule should be taken twice a day. Patient should consult a doctor for proper frequency of this medication and better improvements.

• Ques : Should I use Coldact Capsule empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : Coldact Capsule can be consumed empty stomach or after taking meals. Patient can follow doctor’s advice for better results.

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