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DR COLD 500mg/25mg/2mg Tablet


Introduction of DR COLD Tablet

DR COLD 500mg/25mg/2mg Tablet is used in the treatment of common cold symptoms like runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness. It also helps in relieving pain and fever.

DR COLD 500mg/25mg/2mg Tablet is a combination of first generation H1 antihistaminic, paracetamol, and sympathomimetic agonist medicines.

Uses of DR COLD Tablet

Benefits of DR COLD Tablet

In Treatment of Common cold

DR COLD 500mg/25mg/2mg Tablet is a combination medicine that effectively relieves symptoms of the common cold, such as a blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. It also shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours. These actions make breathing easier.

DR COLD 500mg/25mg/2mg Tablet is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes, and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by your doctor, and do not stop using it unless you are advised otherwise.

Side effects of DR COLD Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of DR COLD

  • Nausea
  • Sleepiness
  • Allergic reaction
  • High blood pressure
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Palpitations

How to use DR COLD Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. DR COLD 500mg/25mg/2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with DR COLD 500mg/25mg/2mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
DR COLD 500mg/25mg/2mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of DR COLD 500mg/25mg/2mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
DR COLD 500mg/25mg/2mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
DR COLD 500mg/25mg/2mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of DR COLD 500mg/25mg/2mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Use of DR COLD 500mg/25mg/2mg Tablet may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
DR COLD 500mg/25mg/2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of DR COLD 500mg/25mg/2mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of DR COLD 500mg/25mg/2mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

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Quick tips

DR COLD Tablet

  • DR COLD 500mg/25mg/2mg Tablet is prescribed to get relief from symptoms of common cold.
  • Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
  • Call your doctor if your symptoms have not improved within seven days of treatment.
  • Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for cold.
  • Along with taking DR COLD 500mg/25mg/2mg Tablet do the following simple tips at home to get relief:
    1. Steam inhalation.
    2. Gargling with warm saltwater.
    3. Apply vapor rubs on chest, back if needed. Take enough rest.
    4. Take warm food and fluid only. Ensure adequate fluid intake.
    5. Advise hygiene measures to reduce spread: frequent hand-washing, avoiding sharing towels, pillowcases, etc.

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Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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mild fever on head side cough and cold Dr priscripbed Asthalin,solvin cold,Hifen 100,meftagesic
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
Control fever with crocin or meftagesic and visit Please consult Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. Your child may need antibiotics. It is mandatory for the customer to have a prescription for the prescription medicines he/she is procuring. Valid prescription cannot be given without diagnosis.
Dr pls consult antibiotics for cold in kids of 1 year with anticold
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
Your Question is not very clear to me . Please ask your question more clearly and in detail and also try be more specific and descriptive.
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