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PA Cold AF Syrup


Product introduction

PA Cold AF Syrup is a prescription medicine that has a combination of medicines that is used in the treatment of common cold symptoms. It provides relief from allergic symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and nasal congestion or stuffiness associated with cold.

PA Cold AF Syrup should be used in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Check the label before use. Do not take this medicine more than the recommended dose. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicine or have any known allergy from this medicine.

The common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, headache, and sleepiness. If these symptoms persist for a longer duration, please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or suffering from any other disease.

Uses of PA Cold Syrup

Benefits of PA Cold Syrup

In Common cold

PA Cold AF Syrup effectively relieves symptoms of common cold such as runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This reduces congestion and helps in easy breathing. PA Cold AF Syrup also clears a blocked nose. Menthol present in this medicine soothes your throat and gives relief from irritation. Along with medications, drink enough luke warm water and gargle with warm salt water to feel better. Also include loads of vitamin C rich food in your diet like citrus fruits to build a strong immunity.

Side effects of PA 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 PA Cold

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Sleepiness

How to use PA 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. PA Cold AF Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How PA Cold Syrup works

PA Cold AF Syrup is a combination of four medicines: Chlorpheniramine, Menthol, Phenylephrine and Sodium citrate. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Menthol produces a sensation of coolness and relieves minor throat irritation. Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Sodium citrate is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out.

Safety advice

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

What if you forget to take PA Cold Syrup?

If you miss a dose of PA Cold AF Syrup, 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

  • Your doctor has prescribed PA Cold AF Syrup for the treatment of dry cough.
  • Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
  • It makes you feel dizzy. Avoid driving and attention requiring activity until you know how it affects you.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice allergic reactions, skin rash or peeling, mouth ulcers, breathing problems, and irregular heartbeat.

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Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY

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FAQs

Q. Can the use of PA Cold AF Syrup cause sleepiness or drowsiness?

Yes, PA Cold AF Syrup may make you feel drowsy or may cause you to fall asleep during your daily activities. Avoid driving a car, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities until you know how the medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience such episodes while you are taking this medicine.

Q. Are there any serious side effects associated with the use of PA Cold AF Syrup?

Serious side effects with PA Cold AF Syrup are uncommon and rare. Tell your doctor as soon as possible if you notice allergic reactions, skin rash or peeling, mouth ulcers, breathing problems, unexplained bleeding, recurrent fevers or infections, vision disturbances, fast or irregular heartbeat. These side effects are uncommon but may be serious and need urgent medical attention.

Q. Will PA Cold AF Syrup be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having some serious side effects and toxicity. If you experience increased severity of your symptoms, that are not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

Q. Are there any contraindications associated with the use of PA Cold AF Syrup?

It is not recommended to use PA Cold AF Syrup if you have high blood pressure (hypertension), any underlying serious heart condition or cardiovascular disorder, history of stomach ulcers, overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism). However, it can be taken if your doctor is aware of your conditions and advises you to take it. The use of PA Cold AF Syrup should also be avoided if you are taking antidepressant drugs. These drugs, called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), may include phenelzine and isocarboxazid or tricyclic antidepressants like imipramine and amitriptyline.

Q. Can I breastfeed while taking PA Cold AF Syrup?

No, it is not advisable to breastfeed while using PA Cold AF Syrup. This medicine contains Chlorpheniramine, an antihistamine, which can pass into the breast milk and may harm the baby. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are advised to take this medicine.

Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of PA Cold AF Syrup?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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References

  1. Centaur Pharma. Sinarest AF (Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine maleate+Sodium Citrate+Menthol. [Accessed 16 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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