FLUCOLD SYP

Overview

FLUCOLD SYP is a Schedule H drug.

FLUCOLD SYP is composed of: PARACETAMOL (25 MG/ML), SODIUM CITRATE (12 MG/ML), PHENYLEPHRINE (1 MG/ML), CHLORPHENIRAMINE (0.2 MG/ML)

Paracetamol is a pain reliever and a fever reducer. The exact mechanism of action of is not known. Paracetamol is used to treat many conditions such as a headache, muscle aches, arthritis, backache, toothaches, colds, and fevers. It relieves pain in mild arthritis but has no effect on the underlying inflammation and swelling of the joint.

Sodium Citrate is used for clear mucus from lungs.Sodium Citrate is a mucolytic medication. It thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) in the nose, windpipe and lungs making it easier to cough out.

Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Phenylephrine is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion or congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears called the eustachian (yoo-STAY-shun) tubes.

Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose Chlorpheniramine is used to treat runny nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes caused by allergies, thecommon cold, or the flu..

Usage

PARACETAMOL is generally used to treat: Arthritis
PARACETAMOL can address symptoms like: Head Headache, Back Pain, Cold, Fever

SODIUM CITRATE is generally used to treat: Urinary Calculi
SODIUM CITRATE can address symptoms like: Back Pain, Abdomen Pain, Pain With Urination, Nausea, Vomit, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Frequent Urination, Body Excessive Sweating

PHENYLEPHRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

CHLORPHENIRAMINE is generally used to treat: Common Cold
CHLORPHENIRAMINE can address symptoms like: Sneezing, Body Itching, Eyes Watery Eyes, Runny Nose

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

FLUCOLD SYP is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for FLUCOLD SYP and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, bleeding problems, growths in the nose, heart, kidney or liver disease, liver inflammation, high blood pressure, chickenpox, anxiety, trouble in sleeping, ulcers, stomach problems, stroke, Kawasaki syndrome, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption. It should not be used in children with infections such as flu, chickenpox or viral infections. Avoid large amount of caffeinated beverages while taking this medication. It may reduce platelet counts; avoid injury or bruising.

• Do not use sodium citrate enema excessively as long term use of this medicine may lead to diarrhea and fluid loss.
• Sodium citrate should be taken after meals to prevent stomach or intestinal side effects.
• Do not take if you are allergic to sodium citrate or any of its ingredients.
• Do not give to patients with diabetes, heart or kidney disease, high blood pressure (hypertension), sugar intolerance,Addison’s disease ,aluminium toxicity or patients on a low salt (sodium) diet.
• Do not give to patients with inflammatory digestive tract or bowel diseases (e.g. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis).
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women.

Do not give phenylephrine containing products to children younger than 4 years of age. It may cause serious side effects or cause of death in children. Do not use this medication for longer duration, it may cause rebound congestion in prolonged or excessive use of nasal or eye drops. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of severe increase in thyroid hormone, severe heart disease, diabetes, prostate enlargement, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Avoid excess dosage.
• Avoid long-term use of this medication.
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, lung disease, heart problems, high blood pressure, sugar, blood vessel problems, stroke, increased eye pressure, intestinal blockage, ulcer, urinary obstruction, enlarged prostate, seizures, overactive thyroid, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breast feeding.

Symptoms of Overdosage

PARACETAMOL over-dosage can result in: Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Weakness (generalized), Upper Abdomen Pain, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Eyes Yellow Eyes

Common Side-Effects

SODIUM CITRATE : Diarrhoea, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Nausea, Vomit, Loose Motion
PHENYLEPHRINE : Hives, Skin Rash, Blood Pressure, High, Body Itching, Irregular Heartbeat, Difficulty Sleeping, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Nervousness, Head Headache, Restless Or Irritability, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)
CHLORPHENIRAMINE : Fever, Wheezing, Tightness, Difficulty Breathing, Hoarse Voice, Face Swelling, Drowsiness, Fatigue (tiredness), Nervousness, Frequent Urination, Arms Joint Pain, Eyes Double Vision (with One Eye Covered)

Rare Side-Effects

PARACETAMOL : Skin Rash, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching

Disease Interactions

CHLORPHENIRAMINE can interfere with: Urinary Retention, Glaucoma, Asthma, COPD, Hypotension, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

PARACETAMOL is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANALGESICS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
SODIUM CITRATE is categorized as:

• LAXATIVES / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS
• URINARY PH MODIFIERS / GENITOURINARY TRACT AGENTS

PHENYLEPHRINE is categorized as:

• DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
• VASOPRESSORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

CHLORPHENIRAMINE is categorized as: NASAL ANTIHISTAMINES AND DECONGESTANTS / NASAL PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives for FLUCOLD SYP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

FLUCOLD SYP

INR 35 for 60 ML SYRUP

PARACETAMOL 25 MG/ML, SODIUM CITRATE 12 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 1 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.2 MG/ML

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ANTI CC PLUS SYP	INR 47.4 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 250.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG
CAPEX CZ KID SYP	INR 36 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.5 MG
COLDCIZ SYP	INR 34.28 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2.5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 1.0 MG, MENTHOL
COLPEP SUSP	INR 34 for 60 ML SUSPENSION	PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2.5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 1.0 MG
CORINITE DS SUSP	INR 45.65 for 60 ML SUSPENSION	PARACETAMOL 250.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG
D M P3 SYP	INR 50 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.5 MG
FLUCOLD DS SYP	INR 49 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 250.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG
FLUCOLD SYR SYR	INR 35 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 25 MG/ML, SODIUM CITRATE 12 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.2 MG/ML
FLUCOMB NEW SYP	INR 48.5 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 1.0 MG, MENTHOL 0.2 MG/ML
KOLQ C PLUS SYP	INR 45 for 60 ML SYRUP	SODIUM CITRATE , PHENYLEPHRINE , PARACETAMOL , CHLORPHENIRAMINE , MENTHOL
MACBERY P SYP	INR 48 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 1.0 MG
NOBLOK SYP	INR 39.55 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 1.0 MG
NOZEE SYP	INR 40 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.5 MG
SINAREST PD SYP	INR 46.2 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 1.0 MG
SINAREST PLUS SUSP	INR 55.8 for 60 ML SUSPENSION	PARACETAMOL 50 MG/ML, SODIUM CITRATE 12 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 1 MG/ML, MENTHOL 0.2 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.4 MG/ML
SINAREST SYPUP	INR 55.31 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 1.0 MG
THEOCOLD PLUS SYP	INR 51 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 250.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG, MENTHOL 0.2 MG/ML
WIKORYL DS SYP	INR 53.1 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 250.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG