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Product introduction

P Cold Oral Drops is commonly prescribed in children to treat common cold symptoms like sore throat, runny nose, cough, sneezing, watery eyes, body ache, and fever.

P Cold Oral Drops is a combination of paracetamol, sympthatomimmetic- alpha 1 (Nasal), and first generation H1 antihistaminic medicines.

Uses of P Cold Oral Drops

Benefits of P Cold Oral Drops

In Treatment of Common cold

P Cold Oral Drops is a combination medicine that effectively relieves symptoms of 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.

P Cold Oral Drops 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 P Cold Oral Drops

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 P Cold

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

How to use P Cold Oral Drops

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. P Cold Oral Drops may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How P Cold Oral Drops works

P Cold Oral Drops is a combination of three medicines: Chlorpheniramine, paracetamol, and phenylephrine which relieves common cold symptoms. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic that relieves 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 nasal decongestant that narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with P Cold Oral Drops.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
P Cold Oral Drops may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
P Cold Oral Drops is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
P Cold Oral Drops may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
P Cold Oral Drops should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of P Cold Oral Drops may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
P Cold Oral Drops should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of P Cold Oral Drops may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take P Cold Oral Drops?

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

  • P Cold Oral Drops may make your child feel sleepy. Ensure your child takes extra care when taking part in physical activities.
  • Never combine P Cold Oral Drops with other cold and flu medicines as that may lead to side effects.
  • Stop P Cold Oral Drops 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 to loosen the mucus in the lungs
    3. Restrain your child from having dairy products, coffee, 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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FAQs

What if I give too much P Cold Oral Drops by mistake?

Prolonged or excess intake of P Cold Oral Drops can put your child at risk of developing serious side effects like seizures, rapid heart rate, /depression, cognition defects and inability to concentrate. Always stick to the prescribed dose. To pour out the right dose, use the calibrated cup provided with the medicine by the manufacturer. Do not use a kitchen teaspoon as it will not give the correct estimate.

How can I store P Cold Oral Drops?

P Cold Oral Drops 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.

My child has a cough and fever. Can I give him two medicines together?

Do not give your child more than one cough or cold medicine at a time unless advised by the doctor. The reason being, both the medicines could have the same ingredients. This would be equivalent to an overdose and could have serious implications on your child. Always consult your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Can I give my cough medicine to my child?

Never give your child the medicines that have been recommended for use by adults. Children should only be given the medicines specifically formulated for them, else it may cause unwanted side effects. Check the label of the medicine properly before use in your child. Give the medicine to your child in the prescribed dose specifically. It is best to take your child to the doctor if the symptoms are bothersome or fail to improve even after treatment.

Can P Cold Oral Drops make my child sleepy?

P Cold Oral Drops 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.

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