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Your child’s medicine at a glance

Alkem Cold Suspension is commonly prescribed in children to treat symptoms such as runny nose, cough, sneezing, watery eyes, sore throat, body ache, and fever. These symptoms are usually associated with common cold, hay fever (allergic rhinitis), and other respiratory tract conditions.

Alkem Cold Suspension is a combination of three medicines: Alkem Cold Suspension1, Alkem Cold Suspension2, and Alkem Cold Suspension3.

Uses of Alkem Cold Suspension in children

Benefits of Alkem Cold Suspension for your child

In Treatment of Common cold

Alkem Cold Suspension is a combination of medicines that effectively relieves symptoms of the common cold such as blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours.

This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.

Side effects of Alkem Cold Suspension in children

Alkem Cold Suspension does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Alkem Cold

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Dry nose
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Fatigue
  • Restlessness
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Increased heart rate
  • Rash

How can I give Alkem Cold Suspension to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Alkem Cold Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Alkem Cold Suspension works

Alkem Cold Suspension is a combination of three medicines: Cetirizine, Paracetamol, and Phenylephrine, which relieves common cold symptoms. Cetirizine is an antiallergic that blocks histamine (a chemical messenger) to relieve allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (fever reducer). It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.

Safety advice

Kidney
CAUTION
Alkem Cold Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Alkem Cold Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Alkem Cold Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alkem Cold Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if I forget to give Alkem Cold Suspension to my child?

Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it’s almost the time for the next dose. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule and do not give a double dose to catch up with the missed dose.

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Quick tips

  • Do not give Alkem Cold Suspension if your child is less than 2 years of age. Consult your child’s doctor before giving such medicines.
  • Alkem Cold Suspension may make your child feel sleepy. Ensure your child takes extra care when taking part in physical activities.
  • Never combine Alkem Cold Suspension with other cold and flu medicines as that may lead to side effects.
  • Stop Alkem Cold Suspension and immediately report to the doctor if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties.
  • Practice self-care tips:
    1. Clean and disinfect surfaces after sneezing and coughing to avoid allergy.
    2. Give your child plenty of fluids as it helps to thin and loosen the mucus accumulated in the lungs.
    3. Restrain your child from having caffeinated products and foods that are spicy and fried. All these can trigger coughing.
    4. Make your child gargle with warm saltwater.
    5. Ensure your child takes enough rest.

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Dr. Ambrish Dharmadhikari
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My daughter is suffering from cough and cold I consultant doctor they given ofalaxcin syrup and sinarist plus alkem syrup since from 3 days no little bit changes in her health now what should I have to do.
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Please visit child specialist again.There are many underlying causes of your symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of child. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. Your child may need antibiotics. It is mandatory for the customer to have a prescription for the prescription medicines he/she is procuring. Valid prescription cannot be given without diagnosis.
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FAQs

What should parents do if infants and children under 2 years of age experience cough and cold symptoms?

A cold is a respiratory illness that is usually self-limited and lasts about a week. If you are concerned about making your child feel more comfortable, talk with your doctor about what approach would be better for faster recovery. If your child’s cold symptoms do not improve or get worse, contact your doctor. A persistent cough may signal a more serious condition such as bronchitis or asthma.

My child has taken an excessive amount of Alkem Cold Suspension by mistake. What should I do?

Excess intake of Alkem Cold Suspension can put your child at risk of developing serious side effects like seizures, psychiatric symptoms, urinary retention, shaking of hands, blurred vision, severe abdominal pain, and rapid heart rate. In such cases, call your child’s doctor right away.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Alkem Cold Suspension?

Alkem Cold Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Alkem Cold Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

My child has a seizure disorder. Is it safe to give Alkem Cold Suspension to my child?

Avoid giving Alkem Cold Suspension if your child is suffering from a seizure disorder. Apart from this, Alkem Cold Suspension should also be avoided in children with cardiovascular disease (hypertension, heart disease), diabetes mellitus, gastrointestinal obstruction, increased intraocular pressure, urinary obstruction, or thyroid dysfunction. Always inform the doctor about your child’s medical history and consult your child’s doctor before giving Alkem Cold Suspension for any medical condition.

Can Alkem Cold Suspension make my child sleepy?

Alkem Cold Suspension may cause mild drowsiness effect, making your child feel sleepy. So, be cautious and never give this medicine to induce sleep. Forced sleep could mask any underlying sleep disorder like insomnia. It’s always best to consult your child’s doctor before giving this medicine to your child.

How can I store Alkem Cold Suspension?

Alkem Cold Suspension should be stored at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Also, keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.

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References

  1. Cetirizine hydrochloride [FDA Label]. Smyrna: UCB Pharma, Inc.; 2002. [Accessed 22 Jan. 2021] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. US Food and Drug Administration. Use Caution When Giving Cough and Cold Products to Kids: Safety Information for Parents and Caregivers. [Accessed 18 Feb. 2021] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Phenylephrine Hydrochloride [FDA Label]. Eatontown, NJ: West-Ward Pharmaceuticals; 2012. [Accessed 18 Feb. 2021] (online) Available from:External Link

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Country of origin: India

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