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Crocin Cold & Flu Max Tablet Crocin Cold & Flu Max Tablet

Crocin Cold & Flu Max Tablet

Quantity Description: strip of 15 tablets
Manufacturer: Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Price: ₹ 49.85

Information about Crocin Cold & Flu Max Tablet

Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablet is a type of ?cough and cold medicine? which is mainly used to treat common cold symptoms as well as allergic reactions including sneezing, runny nose, fever, headache, congestion, watery eyes etc.

Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablet is a combination medicine consisting of paracetamol, caffeine and phenylephrine. Paracetamol present in it works as an antipyretic and analgesic by inhibiting secretion of chemical substances prostaglandins. It helps to relieve symptoms of pain and fever. Caffeine stimulates the functioning of paracetamol, while phenylephrine acts as a decongestant that relieves nasal congestion.

Key ingredients :

  • Paracetamol
  • Caffeine
  • Phenylephrine

Directions for use :

Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets should be taken orally, in a prescribed dosage under the recommendation of a doctor or physician. It should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water.

Benefits :

  • Relieves the symptoms of common cold.
  • Treats allergic symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes etc.
  • Helps to relieve nasal congestion.
  • Treats fever, headache or congestion.
  • Contains caffeine to stimulate the functioning of other ingredients.

Side effects :

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Palpitations
  • Headache
  • Restlessness
  • Increased heart rate
  • Mouth ulcers
  • Skin rashes

Cautions :

  • Should be strictly taken under the medical supervision.
  • One should not exceed the recommended dosage.
  • Any previous drug history should be discussed with the treating doctor or physician.
  • Any history related to any kind of allergies to drugs should be discussed.
Ques: What are Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets ?
Ans: Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablet is a combination medicine consisting of paracetamol, phenylephrine and caffeine. It effectively relieves symptoms related to common cold as well as allergy such as sneezing, watery eyes, runny nose, fever, congestion etc.
Ques: What are the other precautions we should take while having Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets ?
Ans: Important precautions include avoiding caffeine-rich foods such as tea, coffee, chocolate, carbonated drinks etc. Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets itself contains caffeine, hence we should avoid adding our caffeine intake. It has harmful effects on health.
Ques: Can intake of Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets cause liver damage?
Ans: Intake of Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets can harm the liver if taken in more than the recommended dosage.
Ques: Does Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets cause drowsiness ?
Ans: Yes, Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets may cause drowsiness in some cases but not in all cases.
Ques: Can I drink alcohol while having Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets ?
Ans: Alcohol consumption should be avoided while having Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets as it may have harmful effects on the liver. Alcohol can add-on to the harmful side effects on the liver caused by this medicine.
Ques: Can I drive while having Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets?
Ans: Driving should be avoided while having Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets as this medicine may cause drowsiness like side-effects in some cases.
Ques: What are the storage instructions for Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets ?
Ans: Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets should be stored at room temperature in a cool dry place in their original packaging. It should be kept away from the reach of children and pets.
Ques: Should I consume Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets on an empty stomach or after meals ?
Ans: Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets should be consumed in a prescribed dosage either on an empty stomach or after having meals under the supervision of a doctor.
Ques: What happens if I miss a dose of Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets ?
Ans: In case if we miss a dose of Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets, we should take it as soon as we remember it. But if it is too late, it is better to skip the missed dose and switch over to the next.
Ques: Can we take Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets while having other drugs ?
Ans: It is better to have a consultation with the doctor while having Crocin Cold Flu Max Tablets along with other drugs as serious side effects due to drug-interactions may be experienced.

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I have a fever since holi. I take a crocin tablet, but not relived. What can I do.

MBBS
General Physician, Cuttack
I have a fever since holi.
I take a crocin tablet, but not relived. What can I do.
1. Take one tablet of crocin advance sos upto a maximum of three tablets daily after food 2. Cold sponging sos 3. Drink plenty of water 4. Take rest 5. If no relief do blood examination like esr, cbc, widal/ typhidot test, blood for mp/malaria antigen and dengue antigen (ns1) test, urine re/me after consulting physician and follow the advice and treatment 6. Consult me for further advice.
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My friend doesn't has any problem but when she have headaches she takes 3-4 crocin at a time. Nd id she has some stress Also then also she takes 3-4 crocin at a time. I wanted to ask if its harmful to take too many crocin. What are the effects of taking crocin.

Diploma In Gastroenterology, Diploma In Dermatology, BHMS
Homeopath, Hyderabad
My friend doesn't has any problem but when she have headaches she takes 3-4 crocin at a time. Nd id she has some stre...
Nausea or Vomiting. Fever. Allergic skin reaction. Gastric / Mouth Ulcer. Anemiarare. Fatigue. Unusual bleeding or bruising.

I have cold since 3 days, took crocin but nothing works. So which medicine should I take?

MBBS
General Physician, Mumbai
I have cold since 3 days, took crocin but nothing works. So which medicine should I take?
Whenever there is mucous discharge from the nostrils I will suggest you to take one tablet of cetrizine at night.
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I m getting head ache so what should be done? I had crocin but it did not affected!

MBBS, Diploma in Nutrition and Health Education (DNHE), Diploma in Clinical Cosmetology
General Physician, Noida
I m getting head ache so what should be done? I had crocin but it did not affected!
Hello, you may be having headache because of stress/ refractory problems/ any ENT problem kindly follow advises given below: you can take: 1. Tablet Crocin (Paracetamol 500 mg) one tablet after food when required for headache after food for 2-3 days (maximum 2 tablets with gap of 12 hour can be taken in a day) 2. Adequate sleep 6-8 hr in a day 3. Get check eyes for refractive error 4. We need to go for ENT evaluation to rule out sinusitis 5. Get BP checked 6. Regular physical exercise and meditation and yoga complete history of your headache for further management like duration, severity, aggravating factors/relieving/ triggering/ associated factor to reach diagnosis consult physician for further management.
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