About Colrix Products
Uses of Colrix Products
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+Paracetamol+Phenylephrine+Sodium Citrate+Menthol is used in the treatment of common cold and dry cough.
Colrix Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Colrix are Nausea, Tachycardia, Palpitations, Dizziness, Fear, Restlessness, Weakness, Discomfort when urinating, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Convulsion, Anxiety, Tremors, Headache, Hallucination.
How Colrix Products work
Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Paracetamol + Phenylephrine + Sodium Citrate + Menthol1 is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Paracetamol + Phenylephrine + Sodium Citrate + Menthol2 is an analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (fever reducer). It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that cause pain and fever. Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Paracetamol + Phenylephrine + Sodium Citrate + Menthol3 is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Paracetamol + Phenylephrine + Sodium Citrate + Menthol4 is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Paracetamol + Phenylephrine + Sodium Citrate + Menthol5 is an organic compound which produces a sensation of coolness and relieves minor throat irritation.
Patient Concerns about Colrix Products
Frequently asked questions about Colrix Products
Frequently asked questions about Colrix Products
Q. What is Colrix Syrup used for?
Colrix Syrup is a combination medicine containing paracetamol, phenylephrine, chlorpheniramine maleate, sodium citrate, and menthol. It is mainly used to relieve symptoms of the common cold, such as blocked nose, runny nose, sneezing, sore throat, cough, and mild fever.
Q. Can Colrix Syrup cause serious side effects?
Although they are rare, serious side effects of Colrix Syrup may include liver damage, severe skin reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome, difficulty in breathing, rapid heartbeat, hallucinations, or convulsions. If any of these occur, medical help should be sought immediately.
Q. Who should not take Colrix Syrup?
Colrix Syrup should not be used in children or adults who are allergic to any of its ingredients, have severe high blood pressure, serious liver or kidney problems, heart disease, or glaucoma. It must also be avoided if the patient is currently taking medicines called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs).
Q. Is Colrix Syrup safe for children?
Colrix Syrup is usually prescribed for children between 2 and 12 years old, but the dose depends on age and body weight. It should not be given to children below 2 years unless advised by a doctor. Always follow the pediatrician’s dosage instructions carefully to prevent overdose.
Q. Why should Colrix Syrup not be used with other cough and cold medicines?
Colrix Syrup already contains multiple active ingredients for cold and flu relief. Taking it along with other cough and cold medicines, especially those containing paracetamol or antihistamines, can increase the risk of overdose and serious side effects.
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