COLDARIN COUGH & COLD 500MG/30MG/15MG TAB

Overview

COLDARIN COUGH & COLD 500MG/30MG/15MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

COLDARIN COUGH & COLD 500MG/30MG/15MG TAB is composed of: PARACETAMOL (500.0 MG), PSEUDOEPHEDRINE (30.0 MG), DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE (15.0 MG)

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.

Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Pseudoephedrine 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.


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.

Usage

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

PSEUDOEPHEDRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

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

Precautions for COLDARIN COUGH & COLD 500MG/30MG/15MG TAB 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.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of high blood pressure, increased eye pressure, sugar, difficulty in urinating, thyroid or heart disease, intestinal blockage, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Do not take appetite control medicines while taking this medication.
  • 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. 

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
PSEUDOEPHEDRINE over-dosage can result in: Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Hallucinations, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE over-dosage can result in: Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Difficulty Urinating, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Breathing, Restless Or Irritability, Nervousness

Common Side-Effects

PSEUDOEPHEDRINE : Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Sleeping, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nervousness
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE : Confusion, Constipation, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain

Rare Side-Effects

PARACETAMOL : Skin Rash, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching
PSEUDOEPHEDRINE : Skin Rash, Irregular Heartbeat, Mood Swings, Anxiety, Difficulty Urinating, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching

Disease Interactions

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE can interfere with: Depression, Psychosis, Parkinsonism

Technical Classification

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

Available Alternatives for COLDARIN COUGH & COLD 500MG/30MG/15MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

COLDARIN COUGH & COLD 500MG/30MG/15MG TABINR 19.17 for 8 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 30.0 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 15.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

KAFF DRY SYPINR 37.8 for 60 ML DRY SYRUPDEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE , PARACETAMOL , PSEUDOEPHEDRINE
KAFF PED SYPINR 34.8 for 60 ML SYRUPDEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE , PARACETAMOL , PSEUDOEPHEDRINE
NUKOF 500MG/60MG/15MG TABINR 60 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 60.0 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 15.0 MG
PEDIA SYPINR 37.5 for 60 ML SYRUPDEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE , PARACETAMOL , PSEUDOEPHEDRINE
ROLL ON SYPINR 84.32 for 60 ML SYRUPPSEUDOEPHEDRINE , PARACETAMOL , DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE
ROLL ON TABINR 5.62 for 10 TABLETSDEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE , PARACETAMOL , PSEUDOEPHEDRINE
SREYAS SYPINR 29.03 for 60 ML SYRUPDEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE , PARACETAMOL , PSEUDOEPHEDRINE
SREYAS TABINR 29.58 for 10 TABLETSDEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE , PARACETAMOL , PSEUDOEPHEDRINE