NAM COLD Z FORTE SYP

Overview

NAM COLD Z FORTE SYP is a Schedule H drug.

NAM COLD Z FORTE SYP is composed of: PARACETAMOL (250.0 MG), AMBROXOL (15.0 MG), ZINC GLUCONATE (10.0 MG), PHENYLEPHRINE (5.0 MG), DESLORATADINE (1.25 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.

This medication is a mucolytic agent, prescribed for various respiratory diseases such as emphysema with bronchitis pneumoconiosis, chronic inflammatory pulmonary conditions, tracheobronchitis (respiratory tract inflammation), bronchiectasis, bronchitis with bronchospasm asthma. Ambroxol is used for clear mucus from lungs.

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.

Desloratadine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of the natural chemical histamine in the body. Desloratadine is used to treat the symptoms of allergies, such as sneezing, watery eyes, and runny nose. It is also used to treat skin hives and itching in people with chronic skin reactions.

Usage

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

AMBROXOL is generally used to treat: Emphysema, Bronchitis, Pneumoconiosis, Bronchiectasis


PHENYLEPHRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

DESLORATADINE is generally used to treat: Hives
DESLORATADINE can address symptoms like: Sneezing, 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?

NAM COLD Z FORTE SYP is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for NAM COLD Z FORTE 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.
Caution needed for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Avoid excess dosage.

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 or liver problems, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery 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
DESLORATADINE over-dosage can result in: Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)

Common Side-Effects

AMBROXOL : Runny Nose, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset Stomach
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)
DESLORATADINE : Dry Mouth, Drowsiness, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Palpitations (fluttering In Chest), Head Headache, Nausea, Fatigue (tiredness), Dizziness, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Difficulty Sleeping

Rare Side-Effects

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

Technical Classification

PARACETAMOL is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANALGESICS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
AMBROXOL is categorized as: MUCOLYTICS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
PHENYLEPHRINE is categorized as:
  • DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
  • VASOPRESSORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

DESLORATADINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for NAM COLD Z FORTE SYP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

NAM COLD Z FORTE SYPINR 38 for 60 ML SYRUPPARACETAMOL 250.0 MG, AMBROXOL 15.0 MG, ZINC GLUCONATE 10.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, DESLORATADINE 1.25 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

CRITICOLD KID SYPINR 25.25 for 60 ML SYRUPPARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, AMBROXOL 7.5 MG, ZINC GLUCONATE 5.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2.5 MG, DESLORATADINE 0.5 MG