STARCET COLD TAB

Overview

STARCET COLD TAB is a Schedule H drug.

STARCET COLD TAB is composed of: PARACETAMOL (500.0 MG), PSEUDOEPHEDRINE (60.0 MG), LEVOCETIRIZINE (2.5 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.

Levocetirizine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms such as a runny nose or hives.It blocks histamine action, which reduces allergy symptoms.

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

LEVOCETIRIZINE is generally used to treat: Allergy, Pediatric Urticaria, Urticaria
LEVOCETIRIZINE can address symptoms like: Eyes Watery Eyes, Runny Nose, Sneezing, Body Itching, Eyes Itching, Nose Itching

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

Precautions for STARCET COLD 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.

• You should not use levocetirizine if you are allergic to levocetirizine or cetirizine.
• You should not take levocetirizine if you have end-stage kidney disease or if you are on dialysis. Any child younger than 12 years old with kidney disease should not take levocetirizine.
• Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.
• Use the medicine exactly as directed.
• Do not give a child more than the prescribed dose of this medicine.
• Levocetirizine is usually taken in the evening, with or without food.
• Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).
• Do not take two doses at one time.
• Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how levocetirizine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.
• Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects.
• Liquid products may contain sugar and/or aspartame. Caution is advised if you have diabetes, phenylketonuria, or any other condition that requires you to limit/avoid these substances in your diet. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using this medication safely.

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)
LEVOCETIRIZINE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Mood Swings, Restless Or Irritability, Agitation

Common Side-Effects

PSEUDOEPHEDRINE : Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Sleeping, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nervousness
LEVOCETIRIZINE : Diarrhoea, Urinary Retention, Nosebleeds, Drowsiness, Fatigue (tiredness), Fever, Vomit, Dry Mouth, Weight Gain, Constipation, Head Headache, Throat Soreness, Runny Nose, Body Pain, Ears Pain, Nasal Congestion, Hoarse Voice, Loss Of Voice, Ears Swelling, Neck Enlarged Or Swollen Glands

Serious Side-Effects

LEVOCETIRIZINE : Difficulty Urinating, Cough

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
LEVOCETIRIZINE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

LEVOCETIRIZINE can interfere with: Acute Renal Failure, Urinary Retention

Technical Classification

PARACETAMOL is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANALGESICS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
PSEUDOEPHEDRINE is categorized as: DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
LEVOCETIRIZINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for STARCET COLD TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

SINCARE 500MG/60MG/2.5MG TAB	INR 36.55 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 60.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
STARCET COLD TAB	INR 42.42 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 60.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ALERFRI SF 650MG/60MG/2.5MG TAB	INR 49.5 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 650.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 60.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
CETIZ COLD SYP	INR 46 for 60 ML SYRUP	LEVOCETIRIZINE , PARACETAMOL , PSEUDOEPHEDRINE
CEZAREST D TAB	INR 16.51 for 10 TABLETS	LEVOCETIRIZINE , PARACETAMOL , PSEUDOEPHEDRINE
LEZO DP TAB	INR 37.99 for 10 TABLETS	LEVOCETIRIZINE , PARACETAMOL , PSEUDOEPHEDRINE
PRIMECET PLUS TAB	INR 31.93 for 10 TABLETS	PSEUDOEPHEDRINE , PARACETAMOL , LEVOCETIRIZINE
RITHMAX TAB	INR 29 for 10 TABLETS	LEVOCETIRIZINE , PARACETAMOL , PSEUDOEPHEDRINE
SINACT TAB	INR 39 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 325 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 60 MG, AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE 30 MG, CAFFEINE 15 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
ZECORYL SYR	INR 32 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 125 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 5 GM, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2 MG