TISCOLD SYP

Overview

TISCOLD SYP is a Schedule H drug.

TISCOLD SYP is composed of: PARACETAMOL (125.0 MG), ZINC GLUCONATE (7.5 MG), CETIRIZINE (2.5 MG), PHENYLEPHRINE (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.


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

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


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 < 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?

TISCOLD SYP is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for TISCOLD 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 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

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
CETIRIZINE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Restless Or Irritability

Common Side-Effects

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

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

PARACETAMOL is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANALGESICS / ANALGESICS / 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 TISCOLD SYP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CODYLEX CC SYP	INR 62 for 120 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, ZINC GLUCONATE 7.5 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2.5 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
TISCOLD SYP	INR 36.18 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, ZINC GLUCONATE 7.5 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2.5 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

CPP TAB	INR 35 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, ZINC GLUCONATE 7.5 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
MEGACOLD KID SYP	INR 34 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 25 MG/ML, ZINC GLUCONATE 1.5 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.5 MG/ML, CETIRIZINE 0.5 MG/ML
TISCOLD TAB	INR 28.57 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, ZINC GLUCONATE 7.5 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG
TUSCOLD TAB	INR 32 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, ZINC GLUCONATE 7.5 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
ZINCOLD PLUS SYP	INR 46 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 250.0 MG, ZINC GLUCONATE 7.5 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.5 MG