Alerid Cold Tablet

This is a combination medication which has Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol, and Phenylephrine as active ingredients. It is an antihistamine drug. This medication works by blocking the action of histamine in the body. It is used for relieving symptoms of sinus pressure, sinus congestion, runny nose, itching of the throat and nose, watery eyes and so on.

This medication is usually recommended only for a short time until your symptoms are cleared. Do not take it for longer than 7 days in a row.

• Allergic Rhinitis

• Fever

• Nasal Congestion

• Hypersensitivity

• Hyperthyroidism

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Headache

• Palpitations

• Increased Blood Pressure

• Increased Heart Rate

• Fatigue

• Dry Mouth

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Use of this medication with alcohol is known to cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication should be avoided by pregnant women unless suggested by the doctor. The effect of this medicine on the fetus is not clearly established and hence, doctor consultation is recommended before consumption.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Breastfeeding women should not use this medication. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Contraindicated in patients with moderate to severe renal impairment. Caution to be advised in patients with severe impaired renal function.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming this medication.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Alerid Cold Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Zukarest Tablet

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Dricoril Tablet

  Vance Health Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Bestocold Tablet

  BestoChem Formulations India Ltd

• Delcon Plus Tablet

  Veritaz Healthcare Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

This medication is a first-generation antihistamine, which is used to prevent allergic symptoms from conditions such as urticaria and rhinitis. It binds to the histamine H1 receptor, which prevents the action from endogenous histamine. The drug is a pain relief medication that 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. Phenylephrine is an alpha-1 adrenergic receptor agonist belonging to the phenethylamine class, which acts as a nasal decongestant. It works by narrowing the swelling of blood vessels in the ear and nose, thereby providing great relief from discomfort.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

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  This medication reacts with Bromocriptine, Debrisoquine, Doxepin, Ephedrine, Furazolidone, Guanethidine.

• Ques : What is Alerid Cold Tablet?

  Ans : This medication has Cetirizine as an active ingredient present. It performs its action by obstructing the growth of bacterias in the bacterial cell membrane.

• Ques : What are the uses of Alerid Cold Tablet?

  Ans : This medication is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like allergic rhinitis, urticaria, allergic reactions, running nose, sneezing, watery eyes, itching, hives and raised bumps on the skin.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Alerid Cold Tablet?

  Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of this medication. These include headache, sleepiness, unusual tiredness, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, and weakness.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Alerid Cold Tablet?

  Ans : This medication should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.