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Introduction of NS Cold Syrup

NS Cold 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.

NS Cold Syrup is a combination of H1 antihistaminic (first generation), analgesic & antipyretic-PCM,, mucolytic, sympathomimetic-α1 (nasal), and menthol.

Uses of NS Cold Syrup

Benefits of NS Cold Syrup

In Common cold

NS Cold 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.

NS Cold 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 NS Cold 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 NS Cold

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

How to use NS Cold 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. NS Cold 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 NS Cold Syrup.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
NS Cold 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 NS Cold Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
NS Cold Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
UNSAFE
NS Cold Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
NS Cold Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of NS Cold Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
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Quick tips

NS Cold Syrup

  • NS Cold 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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I am suffering from viral fever but don't know if it is malaria dengue or chikangunia. From last 4 days my fever shoot up to 102 degrees and by the evening it gets to normal and again next morning same repeats. And I even had to put cold wipes on forehead to bring down the temperature. I am taking medicine from local physician. What kind of fever could this be and how much time will it take to cure?
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
Get Dengue NS!, MP, Chikungunya IgM, CBC and Urine REME tests done
Sir,I got fever yeaterday night suddenly I was not able to sleep because of sweating and feeling cold simultaneously.I ate nise tablet and felt better today morning but again i got fever at 5 pm approx with joint pain on my wrist,back and ankle.Suggest me something
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Diabetology
Could be chikungunya Get RT PCR chikungunya dengue NS 1 ELISA and CBC done
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References

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  2. MedIndia. Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Paracetamol, Phenylephrine. [Accessed 18 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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