Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol + Sodium Citrate
INFORMATION ABOUT CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE + PHENYLEPHRINE + PARACETAMOL + SODIUM CITRATE
Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol + Sodium Citrate Uses
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+Phenylephrine+Paracetamol+Sodium Citrate is used in the treatment of common cold.
How Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol + Sodium Citrate works
Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol + Sodium Citrate is a combination of four medicines: Chlorpheniramine Maleate ,  Phenylephrine ,  Paracetamol  and  Sodium Citrate, which relieves common cold symptoms.
Common side effects of Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol + Sodium Citrate
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
Nausea, Headache, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Tachycardia, Palpitations, Dizziness, Fear, Anxiety, Restlessness, Tremors, Weakness, Discomfort when urinating, Hallucination, Convulsion
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02 Jan 2023 | 01:43 PM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol + Sodium Citrate
- Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol + Sodium Citrate 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.
 
Frequently asked questions for Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol + Sodium Citrate
Yes, Chlorpheniramine Maleate+Phenylephrine+Paracetamol+Sodium Citrate may make you feel drowsy or may cause you to fall asleep during your regular daily activities. Avoid driving, 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 an episode while you are taking this medicine.
Serious side effects associated with Chlorpheniramine Maleate+Phenylephrine+Paracetamol+Sodium Citrate 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.
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.
It is not recommended to use Chlorpheniramine Maleate+Phenylephrine+Paracetamol+Sodium Citrate if you have high blood pressure (hypertension), any underlying serious heart condition or cardiovascular disorder, any history of stomach ulcers, overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism). However, it can be taken if advised by the doctor. The use of Chlorpheniramine Maleate+Phenylephrine+Paracetamol+Sodium Citrate 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.
No, it is not advisable to breastfeed while using Chlorpheniramine Maleate+Phenylephrine+Paracetamol+Sodium Citrate. 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.
Store your medicines in a cool dry place and keep them in the original pack or container until it is time to take them. Store them out of sight and reach of children. Unused medicines should be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children and other people cannot consume them.