ZIRLON PLUS SYP - mTatva Health-PIE

Contents

1 Overview
2 Usage
3 Frequently Asked Questions
4 How Do I Take It?
5 Precautions
6 Symptoms of Overdosage
7 Common Side-Effects
8 Serious Side-Effects
9 Rare Side-Effects
10 Disease Interactions
11 Technical Classification
12 Available Alternatives
- 12.1 What are the commonly available Substitutes?
- 12.2 What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
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Overview

ZIRLON PLUS SYP is a Schedule H drug.

ZIRLON PLUS SYP is composed of: PARACETAMOL (25 MG/ML), DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE (2 MG/ML), PHENYLEPHRINE (1 MG/ML), CETIRIZINE (0.5 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.

Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex. Dextromethorphan is used to treat a cough. Dextromethorphan will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema. Do not use it if you are using or have used an MAO inhibitor within the past 14 days of the treatment.
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.

Cetirizine is an anti histamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, Itching, watery eyes and runny nose. It is used to treat cold.

Usage

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

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is generally used to treat: Runny Nose And Dry Cough
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE can address symptoms like: Cough

PHENYLEPHRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

CETIRIZINE is generally used to treat: Runny Nose And Dry Cough, Common Cold
CETIRIZINE can address symptoms like: Sneezing

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?

ZIRLON PLUS SYP is generally taken After Food.

Precautions

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.

Always ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children.
Do not use any other over-the-counter cough, cold, or allergy medication without first asking your doctor or pharmacist.
Dextromethorphan may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
Dextromethorphan may pass into breast milk and could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Avoid drinking alcohol. It can increase some of the side effects of dextromethorphan. This medication can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.
Avoid taking diet pills, caffeine pills, or other stimulants (such as ADHD medications) without your doctor’s advice.

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.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney and liver disease.
It may cause drowsiness, so don’t Drive while taking this medication.

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
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE over-dosage can result in: Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Difficulty Urinating, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Breathing, Restless Or Irritability, Nervousness
CETIRIZINE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Restless Or Irritability

Common Side-Effects

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE : Confusion, Constipation, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain
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)
CETIRIZINE : Dizziness, Diarrhoea, Abdominal Pain, Pharyngitis, Rhinitis, Insomnia, Chronic Fatigue Disorder, Head Headache

Serious Side-Effects

CETIRIZINE : Dyspepsia, Abdomen Pain

Rare Side-Effects

PARACETAMOL : Skin Rash, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching
CETIRIZINE : Paresthesia, Constipation, Flatulence, Tinnitus, Fever, Restless Or Irritability

Disease Interactions

CETIRIZINE can interfere with: Acute Renal Failure, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

PARACETAMOL is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANALGESICS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is categorized as: ANTITUSSIVES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
PHENYLEPHRINE is categorized as:

DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
VASOPRESSORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

CETIRIZINE is categorized as: THIRD GENERATION CEPHALOSPORINS / CEPHALOSPORINS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

AMBROLITE-D SYR	INR 49 for 60 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, CETIRIZINE 5 MG, MENTHOL 0.3 MG/ML
CODYLEX CC SYP	INR 62 for 120 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, ZINC GLUCONATE 7.5 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2.5 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
CODYLEX CC TAB	INR 31.77 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, CAFFEINE 30.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
COFWIN PZ SYP	INR 43 for 60 ML SYRUP	MENTHOL 2.5 MG/ML, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 1 MG/ML, CETIRIZINE 0.5 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.5 MG/ML
CPP TAB	INR 35 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, ZINC GLUCONATE 7.5 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG
FLUCOCIDE SYP	INR 38 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 250.0 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
KUFTIVE JUNIOR SYP	INR 60 for 100 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 7.5 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
MEGACOLD KID SYP	INR 34 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 25 MG/ML, ZINC GLUCONATE 1.5 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.5 MG/ML, CETIRIZINE 0.5 MG/ML
NOSIER TAB	INR 38 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, ZINC 7.5 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
NUTROL SYP	INR 28.67 for 60 ML SYRUP	CAFFEINE , CETIRIZINE , PARACETAMOL , PHENYLEPHRINE
PAMAGIN C SYP	INR 36.28 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, MENTHOL 2.5 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
PLANOKUF D SYP	INR 54.48 for 60 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, MENTHOL 0.3 MG/ML
QUICK ACTION TAB	INR 15.91 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, CAFFEINE 25.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG
REKOF CC TAB	INR 31.5 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, CAFFEINE 30.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
RHINO TAB	INR 38.65 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, CAFFEINE 30.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
SNEECURE TAB	INR 9.62 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, CAFFEINE 20.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
TALICOLD TAB	INR 21.25 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, CAFFEINE 30.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
TISCOLD SYP	INR 36.18 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, ZINC GLUCONATE 7.5 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.5 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2.5 MG
TISCOLD TAB	INR 28.57 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, ZINC GLUCONATE 7.5 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
TUSCOLD TAB	INR 32 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, ZINC GLUCONATE 7.5 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
TUSSIN COUGH SYP	INR 60 for 100 ML SYRUP	AMBROXOL , GUAIFENESIN , CETIRIZINE , PHENYLEPHRINE
TUSSIN TAB	INR 41.8 for 10 TABLETS	PHENYLEPHRINE , CETIRIZINE , AMBROXOL , GUAIFENESIN
WIFI D SYP	INR 59.95 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.5 MG
ZINCOLD PLUS SYP	INR 46 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 250.0 MG, ZINC GLUCONATE 7.5 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
ZIRLON PLUS SYP	INR 42.6 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 25 MG/ML, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 2 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 1 MG/ML, CETIRIZINE 0.5 MG/ML
ZYNCET COLD TAB	INR 56.5 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, CAFFEINE 30.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

COLDCIZ PLUS 5MG/30MG/100MG/375MG/5MG TAB	INR 47.13 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 375.0 MG, NIMESULIDE 100.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 30.0 MG, CAFFEINE 5.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG
EXOTUS 15MG/2.5MG/10MG/50MG/5MG SYP	INR 73.13 for 100 ML SYRUP	GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 15.0 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
MAXTRA COLD TAB	INR 49.5 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, NIMESULIDE 100.0 MG, CAFFEINE 25.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
NICIP COLD & FLU TAB	INR 51.5 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, NIMESULIDE 100.0 MG, CAFFEINE 25.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG
NIMUPAN COLD FLU TAB	INR 43 for 10 TABLETS	CAFFEINE , CETIRIZINE , NIMESULIDE , PARACETAMOL , PHENYLEPHRINE
NIMUTAL COLD TAB	INR 55 for 10 TABLETS	CAFFEINE , CETIRIZINE , NIMESULIDE , PARACETAMOL , PHENYLEPHRINE
SINOCOLD PLUS TAB	INR for	PARACETAMOL 500 MG, NIMESULIDE 100 MG, CAFFEINE 25 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10 MG, CETIRIZINE 5 MG
SKYRYL PLUS TAB	INR 49 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, NIMESULIDE 100.0 MG, CAFFEINE 25.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
SNEEZY COLD & FLU TAB	INR 45 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, NIMESULIDE 100.0 MG, CAFFEINE 25.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG
TOX (BENNET) TAB	INR 28.5 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 450.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 15.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
TUSSIN DMR SYP	INR 49.5 for 50 ML SYRUP	PHENYLEPHRINE 1075.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 15.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG