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Introduction of Loract D Syrup

Loract D Syrup is used in the treatment of common cold symptoms like runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness. It also helps in relieving pain and fever.

Loract D Syrup is a combination of H1 antihistaminic (first generation), analgesic & antipyretic-PCM,, mucolytic, sympathomimetic-Ξ±1 (nasal), and menthol.

Uses of Loract D Syrup

Benefits of Loract D Syrup

In Common cold

Loract D Syrup is a combination medicine that effectively relieves symptoms of the common cold, such as a blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. It also shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours. These actions make breathing easier.

Loract D Syrup 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 your doctor, and do not stop using it unless you are advised otherwise.

Side effects of Loract D Syrup

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Loract D

  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Tachycardia
  • Palpitations
  • Dizziness
  • Fear
  • Anxiety
  • Restlessness
  • Tremors
  • Weakness
  • Discomfort when urinating
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Hallucination
  • Convulsion

How to use Loract D Syrup

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. Loract D Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Loract D Syrup.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Loract D Syrup is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Loract D Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Loract D Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Loract D Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Loract D Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Loract D Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Loract D Syrup

  • Loract D Syrup helps relieve symptoms of cold and flu such as headache, sore throat, runny nose, muscular pain, and fever.
  • It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking this medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
  • Do not take it with any other medicine containing paracetamol (drugs for pain/fever or cough-and-cold) without asking your doctor first.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

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Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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common cold,snizning and headache which tab can take to common cold?
Dr. Shubhra Chandhan Pradhan
ENT
Take tab LCZ PLUS and consult an ENT specialist for proper clinical examination
Common cold with bronchitis fever two days Fever with common cold & bronchitis
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
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. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. Your child may need antibiotics and/or other prescription drugs.
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References

  1. Centaur Pharma. Paracetamol + Phenylephrine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Sodium Citrate + Menthol. [Accessed 18 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. MedIndia. Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Paracetamol, Phenylephrine. [Accessed 18 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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