Procold Plus Syrup
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Procold Plus Syrup is commonly prescribed in children to treat fever, body ache as well as allergic symptoms associated with common cold like runny nose, cough, sneezing, and watery eyes. Also, it is one of the commonly used medicines in chickenpox for symptomatic relief.
Procold Plus Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Procold Plus Syrup1 and Procold Plus Syrup2.
Procold Plus Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Procold Plus Syrup1 and Procold Plus Syrup2.
Uses of Procold Plus Syrup in children
Benefits of Procold Plus Syrup for your child
In Treatment of Fever
Procold Plus Syrup helps reduce high body temperature and relieve headache, body ache, and malaise. It works by blocking the pain and fever pathways in the brain responsible for the rise in body temperature.
In Treatment of Common cold
Procold Plus 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.
Procold Plus 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.
Procold Plus 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 Procold Plus Syrup in children
Procold Plus Syrup 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 Procold Plus
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Dizziness
How can I give Procold Plus Syrup 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. Procold Plus Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Procold Plus Syrup works
Procold Plus Syrup contains two active ingredients: paracetamol, and promethazine. These ingredients together relieve common cold symptoms. Promethazine 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.
Safety advice
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Procold Plus Syrup is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Procold Plus Syrup is recommended.
However, caution is advised in patients with severe kidney disease as it may cause excessive sleepiness in them.
However, caution is advised in patients with severe kidney disease as it may cause excessive sleepiness in them.
Liver
CAUTION
Procold Plus Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Procold Plus Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
The use of Procold Plus Syrup is not recommended in children with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
The use of Procold Plus Syrup is not recommended in children with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
What if I forget to give Procold Plus Syrup 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 is 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Procold Plus Syrup
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Quick tips
- Never combine Procold Plus Syrup with other cold and flu medicines as that may lead to side effects.
- Never combine Procold Plus Syrup with other cold and flu medicines as that may lead to side effects.
- Stop Procold Plus Syrup and immediately report to the doctor if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties.
- Practice self-care tips:
- Keep the surroundings and surfaces neat and clean to avoid exposure to allergens
- Make sure your child maintains proper hygiene and sanitation to avoid infection
- Ensure your child takes enough rest to expedite recovery.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is it safe to give Procold Plus Syrup to children less than 1 year old?
Procold Plus Syrup should not be used in children who are less than 2 years of age because it has the potential of causing fatal respiratory depression.
What if I give an overdose of Procold Plus Syrup by mistake?
Prolonged or excess intake of Procold Plus Syrup can put your child at risk of developing serious side effects like bradycardia, decreased blood pressure, confusion, delirium, disorientation, dizziness, drowsiness, and hallucinations. 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.
When will my child’s condition improve after taking Procold Plus Syrup?
Procold Plus Syrup usually starts working within 30 to 60 minutes of intake and shows its peak effect within 3 to 4 hours. Your child may start to feel better after a few doses. In case the pain or fever persists longer, consult your child’s doctor immediately.
Where should I keep Procold Plus Syrup?
Keep Procold Plus Syrup out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake. Also, it should be stored at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light.
Can Procold Plus Syrup make my child sleepy?
Procold Plus Syrup may cause mild drowsiness, making your child feel sleepy. So, be cautious and never give this medicine if your child is suffering from a sleep disorder as this medicine can mask the symptoms of underlying sleep disorders like insomnia. It is always best to consult your child’s doctor before giving this medicine to your child.
In what conditions should Procold Plus Syrup be given with caution?
It is advised to use Procold Plus Syrup with caution if the child has malnutrition, G6PD deficiency, liver disease, or any medicinal allergy. So, do not hesitate to share your child’s complete medical history with the doctor as that will help the doctor decide whether the medicine is safe for your child or not.
When should I call my child’s doctor right away?
Do not delay calling your child’s doctor if your child starts to show side effects like irregular heartbeat, complaints of urinary retention, vision problem, muscle spasm, irregular bodily movements, and sudden weakness.
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- Paracetamol, promethazine hydrochloride, dextromethorphan hydrobromide [Patient Information Leaflet]. Tipperary, Ireland: Pinewood Laboratories Ltd.; 2020. [Accessed 20 Jan. 2021] (online) Available from:
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