4NT Cold Tablet 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.

4NT Cold Tablet is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, dryness in mouth, fatigue, increased liver enzymes, insomnia, and restlessness. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

Note: As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, 4NT Cold Tablet is banned for children under 12 years of age.

Uses of 4NT Cold Tablet

Common cold

Benefits of 4NT Cold Tablet

In Common cold

4NT Cold Tablet 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.

4NT Cold Tablet 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 4NT Cold Tablet

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 4NT Cold

Nausea
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Dryness in mouth
Fatigue
Dizziness
Allergic reaction
Increased liver enzymes
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Restlessness
Sleepiness

How to use 4NT Cold Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. 4NT Cold Tablet should be taken with or after food.

How 4NT Cold Tablet works

4NT Cold Tablet is a combination of four medicines:.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with 4NT Cold Tablet

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

4NT Cold Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of 4NT Cold Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

4NT Cold Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

4NT Cold Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Use of 4NT Cold Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

UNSAFE

4NT Cold Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.

What if you forget to take 4NT Cold Tablet?

If you miss a dose of 4NT Cold Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

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

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

4NT Cold Tablet is prescribed to get relief from symptoms of common cold.
Take it with food or milk to prevent an upset stomach.
Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
Call your doctor if your symptoms have not improved within seven days of treatment.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for cold.
Along with taking 4NT Cold Tablet do the following simple tips at home to get relief:
1. Steam inhalation.
2. Gargling with warm saltwater.
3. Apply vapor rubs on chest, back if needed. Take enough rest.
4. Take warm food and fluid only. Ensure adequate fluid intake.
5. Advise hygiene measures to reduce spread: frequent hand-washing, avoiding sharing towels, pillowcase, etc.

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