Rapicold Syrup is a medicine used in the treatment of common cold symptoms. It provides relief from symptoms such as headache, sore throat, runny nose, muscular pain, and fever.
Rapicold Syrup can be taken with or without food. The dose and duration will depend on the severity of your condition. You should keep taking the medicine even if you feel better until the doctor says it is alright to stop using it.
Using this medicine may cause a few common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, dizziness, and headache. If any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the side effects. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms.
Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or disorders. To make sure it is safe, you should let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. Also, tell your doctor if you have any problems with the liver or kidneys. Avoid consumption of alcohol while on treatment with this medicine, as it may increase the chance of some side effects. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.
Rapicold Syrup helps relieve 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.
Side effects of Rapicold 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 Rapicold
Nausea
Headache
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Tachycardia
Palpitations
Fear
Anxiety
Restlessness
Tremors
Weakness
Dizziness
How to use Rapicold 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. Rapicold Syrup may be taken with or without food.
How Rapicold Syrup works
Rapicold Syrup is a combination of three medicines: chlorpheniramine, paracetamol, and phenylephrine, which relieve common cold symptoms. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic that relieves allergy symptoms like a 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
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Rapicold Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Rapicold Syrup during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rapicold Syrup may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Rapicold Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Rapicold Syrup should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. Use of Rapicold Syrup may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
UNSAFE
Rapicold Syrup is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. It should not be used in severe liver impairment.
What if you forget to take Rapicold Syrup?
If you miss a dose of Rapicold 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.
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Rapicold 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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FAQs
What is Rapicold Syrup?
Rapicold Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol / Acetaminophen and Phenylephrine. This combination helps to relieve symptoms of cold like runny nose, watery eyes, fever and headache. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic. It relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Paracetamol blocks the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels and provides relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.
Is it safe to use Rapicold Syrup?
Yes, Rapicold Syrup is safe in most patients. However, in some patients it may cause common side effects like nausea, vomiting, allergic reaction, sleepiness, headache and other uncommon or rare side effects. Inform the doctor if you experience any persistent problem while taking this medicine.
Can I stop taking Rapicold Syrup when I am relieved of my symptoms?
Rapicold Syrup is usually used for short term and can be discontinued when your symptoms are relieved. However, continue taking this medicine if your doctor has advised you to do so.
Can the use of Rapicold Syrup cause dizziness?
Yes, the use of Rapicold Syrup can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.
Can the use of Rapicold Syrup cause damage to liver?
Rapicold Syrup is usually safe when taken according to the recommended dose. However, an overdose of Rapicold Syrup can damage your liver. Avoid drinking alcohol, while taking this medicine as it may increase your risk of liver damage.
What is the recommended storage condition for the Rapicold 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
Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, and Phenylephrine HCl [FDA Label]. San Diego, CA: OPMX, LLC; 2020. [Accessed 14 Aug. 2024] (online) Available from: