SKYRYL PLUS TABLET

Question 1

Q. What is caffeine?

Answer

Caffeine is a drug which belongs to a group of medicines called methylxanthines. It is also present in tea, coffee, some chocolates and soft drinks, in addition to some medicines. It acts on the brain to increase alertness and energy levels. However, too much caffeine is harmful

Question 2

Q. Is caffeine alcohol?

Answer

No, caffeine is not alcohol; it belongs to a group of medicines called methylxanthines. It acts on the brain to increase alertness and energy levels. However, it must be remembered that too much caffeine is harmful

Question 3

Q. Is caffeine good or bad?

Answer

Caffeine; if taken as medicine for recommended indications and in adequate dosage it provides beneficial effects. Too much caffeine is harmful. Always consult your doctor if you get any of the bad effects or side effects after use of caffeine

Question 4

Q. Is caffeine good for hair?

Answer

There is no report available on the use of caffeine and hair growth. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Question 5

Q. Is caffeine addictive?

Answer

No, caffeine is not in the list of addictive drugs. Addiction is said to occur when there is persistent, compulsive dependence on a behavior or substance; without treatment or engagement in recovery activities, addiction is progressive and can result in disability or premature death. Caffeine does not meet this definition. However, people who have taken it for long may experience "caffeine withdrawal" symptoms like headache, anxiety, fatigue, drowsiness or depression, 12–24 hours after the last dose of caffeine but resolves within 24–48 hours

Question 6

Q. Is caffeine good for heart?

Answer

Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant, and is used in combination with pain-relieving medication to ease headache, migraine pain, neuralgia, toothache, sore throat and period pains. Increased doses may have side effects like increased heart rate (tachycardia), abnormal heart beats (cardiac arrhythmias). Always consult your doctor for the recommended indications, doses and side effects, if any.

Question 7

Q. Is cetirizine/ Alerid/ Alerid syrup an antihistamine/antibiotic/steroid?

Answer

Cetirizine is an antihistaminic drug. It is not an antibiotic or steroid

Question 8

Q. Is cetirizine/ Alerid D banned?

Answer

It is available in India and should be taken as advised by doctor

Question 9

Q. Can you take cetirizine for prickly heat?

Answer

Cetirizine can be used for prickly heat to reduce the itching. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Question 10

Q. Can I take cetirizine with high blood pressure?

Answer

Patients with high blood pressure can take cetirizine. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Question 11

Q. Can I take cetirizine with antibiotics/ azithromycin/ citalopram/ sertraline?

Answer

Yes, as there are no expected reactions with cetirizine. Always consult your doctor for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required

Question 12

Q. Does cetirizine make you gain weight?

Answer

It is rarely seen, but there is a possibility that cetirizine, like other anti-histamines might cause gain in weight

Question 13

Q. Is cetirizine/ Alerid safe?

Answer

Cetirizine/ Alerid is safe at the prescribed dose by the doctor. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Question 14

Q. Is cetirizine good for cold/ used for sore throat/ allergic reaction/itching/hives?

Answer

Cetirizine is used to treat cold or allergy symptoms such as sneezing, itching, watery eyes, or runny nose. It is also used to treat hives, but not used for sore throat. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Question 15

Q. How long can I take cetirizine for?

Answer

Patient should take cetirizine as directed by doctor

Question 16

Q. Can I take cetirizine with paracetamol/ aspirin/ ibuprofen/ DayQuil/ prednisone/ Benadryl?

Answer

Cetirizine can be taken along with paracetamol, aspirin, ibuprofen, or prednisone. However, taking Benadryl and Dayquil along with cetirizine can increase the drowsiness. Always consult your doctor for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required

Question 17

Q. Can I take cetirizine with loratadine/ diphenhydramine/ brompheniramine/ fexofenadine?

Answer

No. Patient should not take cetirizine with these drugs as they are from same category of antihistamines. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Question 18

Q. Does cetirizine make you sleepy or cause drowsiness?

Answer

Patient may feel sleepy after taking cetirizine. Always consult your doctor

Question 19

Q. Does cetirizine contain diphenhydramine/pseudoephedrine/aspirin/acetaminophen (paracetamol)?

Answer

No. Cetirizine does not contain diphenhydramine/pseudoephedrine/aspirin. However doctor may prescribe cetirizine in combination with these drugs.

Question 20

Q. Can I take Cetirizine with Betahistine?

Answer

Cetirizine should not be taken with Betahistine as it has antihistamine action and Betahistine has histamine like action and using the two medicines together may lower the efficacy of either of them.

Question 21

Q. Is Nimesulide an antibiotic?

Answer

Nimesulide is not an antibiotic, it belongs to the class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug) which helps in relieving pain associated with various disease conditions.

Question 22

Q. Can I take nimesulide with paracetamol?

Answer

Nimesulide and paracetamol belong to the same class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drugs). Taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. However, please consult your doctor before using the two medicines together.

Question 23

Q. Does Nimesulide contain aspirin?

Answer

Nimesulide is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug). It does not contain aspirin.

Question 24

Q. Is Nimesulide safe?

Answer

Nimesulide is safe to use if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

Question 25

Q. Can I take nimesulide for headache?

Answer

Nimesulide can be taken for a headache only when advised by your doctor.

Question 26

Q. Does nimesulide make you drowsy (feeling sleepy)?

Answer

Nimesulide does not make you feel drowsy at prescribed doses. However, an overdose of nimesulide can make you drowsy (feeling sleepy).

Question 27

Q. Does nimesulide contain sulphur?

Answer

No, nimesulide does not contain sulphur.

Question 28

Q. What does nimesulide treat or used for?

Answer

Nimesulide is used to treat acute pain, painful osteoarthritis (degeneration of joints) and primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) in adolescents and adults above 12 years old.

Question 29

Q. Can I take nimesulide with ibuprofen?

Answer

Nimesulide can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.<br>

Question 30

Q. Can I take nimesulide with aspirin?

Answer

Nimesulide can be taken with aspirin. No drug-drug interactions have been clinically observed between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Question 31

Q. Is nimesulide safe?

Answer

Yes, nimesulide is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

Question 32

Q. Is nimesulide banned?

Answer

No, nimesulide is not banned in India.

Question 33

Q. Is nimesulide safe during breastfeeding?

Answer

It is not known if nimesulide is secreted in milk. So, any medicines containing nimesulide are not to be used during breastfeeding.

Question 34

Q. Is nimesulide safe in pregnancy?

Answer

No, nimesulide is not safe to be used in pregnancy especially in the last three months. There have been reports of kidney failure in newborn babies if the mother was taking nimesulide in the late stage of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.

Question 35

Q. Is nimesulide safe in asthma?

Answer

Nimesulide is reported to be safe in patients with asthma if taken as advised by your doctor. However, always share your disease history with the doctor in case you have asthma and you are advised to take other medicines.

Question 36

Q. Can I take Paracetamol with vitamin B complex?

Answer

Yes, Paracetamolcan be taken with vitamin B-complex preparations. They have been used together in the treatment of acute and painful diseases affecting nerves like trigeminal neuralgias, post-operative pain, etc. Paracetamol helps to relieve pain and vitamin B-complex corrects the deficiency that might be causing your symptoms.

Question 37

Q. Is Paracetamol use associated with Helicobacter pylori infection?

Answer

No, Paracetamol use is not associated with Helicobacter pylori infection. Painkiller drugs can increase the acid secretion in the stomach, aggravate the symptoms of this infection and the risk of stomach and the intestine ulcer. However, this risk is minimum with paracetamol as compared to other pain killers.

Question 38

Q. Can I take Paracetamol with fexofenadine?

Answer

Yes, Paracetamol can be taken safely with fexofenadine. No drug-drug interactions or any harmful effects have been reported. These are used together to treat the symptoms of cold, cough, flu or a sore-throat and other allergic or viral diseases. Fexofenadine helps to relieve sneezing, runny nose, itchy throat, or eyes and Paracetamol helps to relieve pain or fever.

Question 39

Q. Can I take paracetamol with warfarin?

Answer

Paracetamol is safe to use occasionally with warfarin as other painkillers like ibuprofen and aspirin can increase the risk of bleeding. However, on a long-term use, paracetamol can also increase the risk of bleeding. Talk to your doctor before taking them together as you may need to be monitored regularly.

Question 40

Q. Can I take paracetamol with tamsulosin?

Answer

Paracetamol can be taken with Tamsulosin. No harmful side effects or other interactions have been seen when they are taken together. Tamsulosin is an alpha adrenergic receptor blocker used to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Question 41

Q. Can I take Paracetamol with cetirizine?

Answer

Yes, Paracetamol can be taken safely with cetirizine. No drug-drug interactions or any harmful effects have been reported. These are used together to treat the symptoms of cold, cough, flu or a sore throat and other allergic or viral diseases. Cetirizine helps to relieve sneezing, runny nose, itchy throat, or eyes and Paracetamol helps to relieve pain or fever.

Question 42

Q. Can I take paracetamol with ibuprofen?

Answer

Yes, paracetamol can be taken with ibuprofen. Both help to relieve pain and fever and ibuprofen also decreases inflammation and swelling. However, both increase the acid secretion in the stomach and can cause acid reflux, heartburn, stomach, and intestinal ulcers and gut bleeding on long-term use.

Question 43

Q. Does Paracetamol use cause weight loss?

Answer

Yes, Paracetamol can cause weight loss. This is a minor side effect seen on a regular use of Paracetamol. Other minor side effects include low blood pressure, and allergic reactions.<br>In case you have excessive weight loss without diet or exercise, talk to your doctor as this could be due some underlying condition that needs attention.

Question 44

Q. Can I take paracetamol for the relief of my headache?

Answer

Yes, paracetamol has analgesic (pain-killer) action and it can be taken for the relief of mild to moderate headache. For severe headache and headache not getting relieved with paracetamol, do consult your physician.

Question 45

Q. Can anyone be allergic to Paracetamol?

Answer

Yes, there have been reports of hypersensitivity and allergic reaction with the use of Paracetamol. Symptoms of an allergy include swelling of the face, mouth, and throat, shortness of breath, urticaria, red rash, and severe itching. Stop taking Paracetamol if you have such symptoms and immediately consult your doctor.

Question 46

Q. Does paracetamol help in relieving a headache?

Answer

Yes, Paracetamol has analgesic (pain-killer) action and it is useful in relieving mild to moderate headache. For severe headache and headache not getting relieved with paracetamol, do consult your physician.

Question 47

Q. How beneficial is to use Paracetamol with diclofenac?

Answer

Paracetamol and Diclofenac might be given together in case of fever and pain. Paracetamol has an early onset of action and it helps in relieving the symptoms till diclofenac starts working. However, both are pain killers and can affect stomach lining on long-term use leading to acid reflux, heartburn, and stomach ulcers and bleeding.

Question 48

Q. Can I take paracetamol for stomach pain?

Answer

No, paracetamol should not be taken for stomach pain. You must consult your physician for this as the relief of stomach pain can mask some underlying disease problem that needs attention.

Question 49

Q. Can I take paracetamol with aceclofenac?

Answer

Paracetamol and Aceclofenac might be given together in case of fever and pain. Paracetamol has an early onset of action and it helps in relieving the symptoms till Aceclofenac starts working. However, both are pain killers and can affect stomach lining on long-term use leading to acid reflux, heartburn, and stomach ulcers and bleeding.

Question 50

Q. Does paracetamol treat sore-throat, flu or cold?

Answer

Paracetamol does not treat sore-throat, flu or cold but it can help in relieving fever and body aches associated with these conditions.

Question 51

Q. Can I take paracetamol with codeine?

Answer

Paracetamol and codeine can be taken together. No drug-drug interactions or any harmful effects have been reported when they are used together. They are commonly given together for the relief of mild to moderate pain due to different reasons.

Question 52

Q. Does paracetamol help a cough?

Answer

No, paracetamol does not help in the relief of cough but it can help in relieving associated fever and body aches.

Question 53

Q. Why most cold or flu drugs contains paracetamol?

Answer

Paracetamol has both fever relieving and painkiller properties. Most people suffering from common cold or flu experience low-grade fever, muscle pain and overall feeling of tiredness. Paracetamol reduces these symptoms, so, it is commonly a part of cold or flu medicines.

Question 54

Q. Does paracetamol contain alcohol?

Answer

No, paracetamol does not contain any alcohol.

Question 55

Q. Can I take paracetamol with amoxicillin?

Answer

Paracetamol and amoxicillin can be taken together. Amoxicillin is an antibiotic and is used to treat bacterial infections. Paracetamol is given along with for the relief of any associated pain and fever. No drug-drug interactions or any harmful effects have been reported when they are used together.

Question 56

Q. Does paracetamol have side effects?

Answer

Paracetamol is quite safe for short term use. It has side effects if taken in more than the dose advised. Immediately consult a doctor if there is nausea, stomach pain, loss of appetite, dark colored urine, clay colored stools or jaundice as it could be due to an overdose of paracetamol.

Question 57

Q. Q. Is paracetamol safe to use?

Answer

Paracetamol is safe to use in the dose as advised by the doctor. Use in more than recommended doses can do serious harm.

Question 58

Q. Is it safe to take paracetamol with erythromycin?

Answer

Paracetamol and Erythromycin can be taken together. Erythromycin is an antibiotic and is used to treat bacterial infections. Paracetamol is given along with for the relief of associated fever. No drug-drug interactions or any harmful effects have been reported when they are used together.

Question 59

Q. Is paracetamol an antibiotic?

Answer

Paracetamol is not an antibiotic. It's an analgesic (pain-killer) and anti-pyretic (for the relief of fever) while an antibiotic is useful in the treatment of infections.

Question 60

Q. Can I take paracetamol with metronidazole?

Answer

Paracetamol and Metronidazole can be taken together. No drug-drug interactions or any harmful effects have been reported when used together.

Question 61

Q. Can I take paracetamol with homeopathic medicine?

Answer

Ask your doctor before taking paracetamol with homeopathic medicine as there is no data available on this.

Question 62

Q. Is it safe to take Paracetamol with Tramadol?

Answer

Yes, Paracetamol can be taken with Tramadol. No drug-drug interactions have been reported when they are used together. They are used together for moderate to severe pain in various diseases and their use is associated with common side effects like nausea, dizziness, and sleepiness.

Question 63

Q. Can I take Paracetamol with Azithromycin?

Answer

Paracetamol and Azithromycin can be taken together. Azithromycin is an antibiotic and is used to treat bacterial infections. Paracetamol is given along with for the relief of any associated pain and fever. No drug-drug interactions or any harmful effects have been reported when they are used together.

Question 64

Q. Can I take paracetamol for period pains?

Answer

Yes, Paracetamol is a pain killer and can help in the relief of mild to moderate pain associated with periods also known as dysmenorrhoea (painful menstruation).

Accepted Answer

Yes, paracetamol can be taken with Naproxen. Both are painkillers and belong to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and are used to relieve pain and fever. However, long-term use affects the stomach lining and increase acid secretion which can lead to side effects like acid reflux, heartburn, stomach, and intestinal ulcers and bleeding.

Accepted Answer

Paracetamol helps to relieve teething pain in infants and children but it does not make them sleep. The child may go to sleep once the pain is relieved.

Accepted Answer

Occasional use of Paracetamol is safe in patients with high blood pressure. However, if it is to be taken for a long time, you must talk to your doctor. Paracetamol belongs to the group of painkillers called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and these drugs can decrease the action of medicines taken by the patient for control of high blood pressure.

Accepted Answer

Vitamin C can be taken with Paracetamol. However, vitamin C increases the blood levels of other drugs similar to Paracetamol, so it is advised to talk to your doctor if you have to take both these medicines for a long-term.

Accepted Answer

Overdose of Paracetamol can cause potentially life-threatening liver damage, which is the most serious side effect. Early symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, profuse sweating, and general tiredness. Kidney damage, decreased platelet count and coma may also occur. Immediately consult a doctor or consult an emergency in the case of suspected overdosage.

Accepted Answer

Both Paracetamol and ibuprofen help to relieve mild to moderate pain and fever. Ibuprofen also helps to decrease redness and swelling because of the anti-inflammatory action while Paracetamol has no anti-inflammatory action. But the use of Paracetamol is much safer as it causes fewer stomach upset, ulcers, and bleeding than Ibuprofen.

Accepted Answer

Yes, Paracetamol and hyoscine can be taken together. Hyoscine is used to relieve pain and cramps of the stomach, gut, urinary bladder and urinary tract while Paracetamol is used to relieve mild to moderate pain of a headache, toothache, muscle pain, joint pain, and fever. Together they can be advised by a doctor for painful conditions of the gut and urinary tract.

Accepted Answer

Paracetamol and Erythromycin can be taken together. Erythromycin is an antibiotic and is used to treat bacterial infections. Paracetamol is given along with for the relief of any associated pain and fever. No drug-drug interactions or any harmful effects have been reported when they are used together.

Accepted Answer

Yes, Paracetamol can be taken after a caesarean section to relieve pain. It is a very safe drug for pain relief and has minimal side effects at low doses. A very small amount of drug passes into breast milk that should not affect your baby. Paracetamol use also helps to lower the dose of other painkillers.

Accepted Answer

Paracetamol can be taken with Betahistine. There are no reported drug-drug interactions or harmful effects when they are used together.

Accepted Answer

Paracetamol can be taken with Rabeprazole . Rabeprazole is used to prevent painkiller (NSAIDs) induced stomach ulcers by decreasing the production of acid in the stomach. There are no reported drug interactions or harmful effects when they are used together.

Accepted Answer

Phenylephrine is not an antibiotic, stimulant, NSAID, but a decongestant and is used to relieve blocked nose. Phenylephrine works for most of the patients if taken as recommended. It does not have aspirin in it

Accepted Answer

Drug interaction with any of the above mentioned drugs is not documented, but it can occur. Always follow your doctor’s advice before taking any medicine with phenylephrine

Accepted Answer

Do not take phenylephrine with high blood pressure

Accepted Answer

No, phenylephrine is not same as Sudafed which contains pseudoephedrine.

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