CTZ PLUS 10MG/10MG/20MG TAB - mTatva Health-PIE

Contents

1 Overview
2 Usage
3 Frequently Asked Questions
4 How Do I Take It?
5 Precautions for CTZ PLUS 10MG/10MG/20MG TAB and its Constituents
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 for CTZ PLUS 10MG/10MG/20MG TAB
- 12.1 What are the commonly available Substitutes?
- 12.2 What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
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Overview

CTZ PLUS 10MG/10MG/20MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

CTZ PLUS 10MG/10MG/20MG TAB is composed of: CAFFEINE (20.0 MG), CETIRIZINE (10.0 MG), PHENYLEPHRINE (10.0 MG)

Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant. It works by stimulating the brain. Caffeine is found naturally in foods and beverages such as coffee, tea, colas, energy and chocolate. Botanical sources of caffeine include kola nuts, guarana, and yerba mate. Caffeine is also available in prescription and non-prescription medications. Caffeine is used to restore mental alertness or wakefulness during fatigue or drowsiness. Caffeine is also found in some headache and migraine medications, in certain dietary supplements used for weight loss, and in many popular energy drinks.

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.

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.

Usage

CAFFEINE is generally used to treat: Migraine
CAFFEINE can address symptoms like: Weakness (generalized), Fatigue (tiredness), Drowsiness, Head Headache

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

PHENYLEPHRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

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 < 4yrs

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?

CTZ PLUS 10MG/10MG/20MG TAB is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for CTZ PLUS 10MG/10MG/20MG TAB and its Constituents

While taking this medication avoid drinking excess amount of caffeine containing drinks. Though caffeine may increase alertness, it can cause dizziness. Hence avoid doing anything that requires concentration and can cause disability or death in case of an accident, e.g. driving a car or operating machinery. It is not to be used as a substitute for sleep. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease, kidney disease, liver disease, stomach problems (peptic ulcer), seizures, during pregnancy and breast feeding.
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.

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.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CAFFEINE over-dosage can result in: Anxiety, Confusion, Frequent Urination, Irregular Heartbeat, Arms Muscle Twitching (painless), Ringing In Ears, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Abdomen Pain, Difficulty Sleeping
CETIRIZINE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Restless Or Irritability

Common Side-Effects

CAFFEINE : Enterocolitis, Confusion, Dizziness, Restless Or Irritability, Nervousness, Depressed Mood, Fatigue (tiredness), Head Headache, Lightheadedness, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Irregular Heartbeat, Vomit, Nausea, Frequent Urination, Difficulty Breathing
CETIRIZINE : Dizziness, Diarrhoea, Abdominal Pain, Pharyngitis, Rhinitis, Insomnia, Chronic Fatigue Disorder, Head Headache
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)

Serious Side-Effects

CETIRIZINE : Dyspepsia, Abdomen Pain

Rare Side-Effects

CETIRIZINE : Paresthesia, Constipation, Flatulence, Tinnitus, Fever, Restless Or Irritability

Disease Interactions

PHENYLEPHRINE can interfere with: Cerebrovascular Insufficeincy, Hyperthyroidism, Pheochromocytoma, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Prostate Cancer, Diabetes Mellitus, Glaucoma

Technical Classification

CAFFEINE is categorized as: CNS STIMULANTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
CETIRIZINE is categorized as: THIRD GENERATION CEPHALOSPORINS / CEPHALOSPORINS / ANTI-INFECTIVES
PHENYLEPHRINE is categorized as:

DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
VASOPRESSORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Available Alternatives for CTZ PLUS 10MG/10MG/20MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CTZ PLUS 10MG/10MG/20MG TAB

INR 30 for 10 TABLETS

CAFFEINE 20.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 10.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

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
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
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, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
NIMUPAN COLD FLU TAB	INR 43 for 10 TABLETS	CAFFEINE , NIMESULIDE , PARACETAMOL , PHENYLEPHRINE , CETIRIZINE
NIMUTAL COLD TAB	INR 55 for 10 TABLETS	PHENYLEPHRINE , PARACETAMOL , NIMESULIDE , CETIRIZINE , CAFFEINE
NUTROL SYP	INR 28.67 for 60 ML SYRUP	CAFFEINE , PHENYLEPHRINE , PARACETAMOL , CETIRIZINE
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
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
SNEECURE TAB	INR 9.62 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, CAFFEINE 20.0 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, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 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
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