KAYCOLD PLUS 125MG/15MG/2MG TAB

Overview

KAYCOLD PLUS 125MG/15MG/2MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

KAYCOLD PLUS 125MG/15MG/2MG TAB is composed of: PARACETAMOL (125.0 MG), PSEUDOEPHEDRINE (15.0 MG), CETIRIZINE (2.0 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.


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

PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 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: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

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

How Do I Take It?

KAYCOLD PLUS 125MG/15MG/2MG TAB is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for KAYCOLD PLUS 125MG/15MG/2MG 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.
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
PSEUDOEPHEDRINE over-dosage can result in: Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Hallucinations, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)
CETIRIZINE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Restless Or Irritability

Common Side-Effects

PSEUDOEPHEDRINE : Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Sleeping, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nervousness
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
PSEUDOEPHEDRINE : Skin Rash, Irregular Heartbeat, Mood Swings, Anxiety, Difficulty Urinating, Difficulty Breathing, 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
PSEUDOEPHEDRINE is categorized as: DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
CETIRIZINE is categorized as: THIRD GENERATION CEPHALOSPORINS / CEPHALOSPORINS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for KAYCOLD PLUS 125MG/15MG/2MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CETIN PLUS SUSPINR 13.75 for 60 ML SUSPENSIONPARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 15.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.0 MG
CETIZ COLD 125MG/15MG/2MG TABINR 28 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 15.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.0 MG
CITIMED COLD SYPINR 13.4 for 60 ML SYRUPPARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 15.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.0 MG
CITIMED COLD TABINR 5.62 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 15.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.0 MG
COLD GO 125MG/15MG/2MG SYPINR 36.63 for 60 ML SYRUPPARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 15.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.0 MG
COLD GO 125MG/15MG/2MG TABINR 8.47 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 15.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.0 MG
COLDAR PLUS 125MG/15MG/2MG SYPINR 36.06 for 50 ML SYRUPPARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 15.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.0 MG
KAYCOLD PLUS 125MG/15MG/2MG TABINR 7.18 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 15.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.0 MG
SCORKOLD 125MG/15MG/2MG TABINR 9.37 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 15.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ACOLATE M TABINR 79 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 30.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
CERTEN D 500MG/5MG/50MG TABINR 26.15 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 50.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
CETIN PLUS TABINR 6.66 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 30.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 10.0 MG
COLDAR PLUS 5MG/500MG/30MG TABINR 33 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 30.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
COLDMINE SYPINR 38 for 60 ML SYRUPPSEUDOEPHEDRINE , PARACETAMOL , CETIRIZINE
COLDWAR SYPINR 20.98 for 60 ML SYRUPPSEUDOEPHEDRINE , PARACETAMOL , CETIRIZINE
DIECOLD TABINR 11.08 for 10 TABLETSCETIRIZINE , PARACETAMOL , PSEUDOEPHEDRINE
KOLD TIME 10MG/500MG/30MG TABINR 25 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 30.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 10.0 MG
LYNACOLD 125MG/5MG/30MG SYPINR 26.02 for 60 SYRUPSPARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 30.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
NAM COLD Z SYPINR 37.2 for 60 ML SYRUPPARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 15.0 MG, ZINC 7.5 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.0 MG
NT COLD TABINR 6.1 for 10 TABLETSPSEUDOEPHEDRINE , PARACETAMOL , CETIRIZINE
PARCET PP 5MG/500MG/60MG TABINR 19 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 60.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
RADONE TABINR 21 for 10 TABLETSCETIRIZINE , PARACETAMOL , PSEUDOEPHEDRINE
RELIF TABINR 22 for 10 TABLETSCETIRIZINE 10.0 MG, PARACETAMOL , PSEUDOEPHEDRINE
SINORIN PLUS SYPINR 33.33 for 60 ML SYRUPPSEUDOEPHEDRINE , PARACETAMOL , CETIRIZINE
SINORIN PLUS TABINR 25.62 for 10 TABLETSPSEUDOEPHEDRINE , CETIRIZINE , PARACETAMOL
ZENRID PLUS 5MG/500MG/60MG TABINR 50 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 60.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
ZINCOCET P 5MG/500MG/7.5MG SYPINR 24.03 for 60 ML SYRUPPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 7.5 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
ZINCOCET P 5MG/500MG/7.5MG TABINR 23.72 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 7.5 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG