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Riacold

Riacold Products are primarily used for
Common cold

Products for Riacold

Riacold Oral Suspension
bottle of 60 ml Oral Suspension
MRP₹61.88
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About Riacold Products

uses

Uses of Riacold Products

Chlorpheniramine Maleate+Paracetamol+Phenylephrine is used in the treatment of common cold.
side effects

Riacold Products side effects

Common
Side Effects of Riacold are Nausea, Headache, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Dizziness, Tachycardia, Palpitations, Fear, Anxiety, Restlessness, Tremors, Weakness, Discomfort when urinating, Hallucination, Convulsion.

How Riacold Products work

Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Paracetamol + Phenylephrine is a combination of three medicines:

In Depth Information for Riacold Products

  • Riacold 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.

Patient Concerns about Riacold Products

Frequently asked questions about Riacold Products

Q. What is Riacold Oral Suspension used for and how does it help in cough and cold?

Riacold Oral Suspension is used to relieve symptoms of the common cold such as blocked nose, sneezing, cough, fever, headache, and throat irritation. It contains a combination of medicines that help reduce fever and body pain, control allergy symptoms, and relieve nasal congestion. It works by blocking allergy chemicals, shrinking swollen nasal passages, and reducing pain or fever, helping improve comfort while the body recovers.

Q. What are the common side effects of Riacold Oral Suspension?

Riacold Oral Suspension is generally safe for most people, but some may experience side effects such as sleepiness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, headache, stomach upset, or dryness of the mouth. Because it may cause drowsiness or reduced alertness, avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how the medicine affects you. Stop the medicine and contact a doctor if you develop breathing difficulty, severe rash, swelling of the face, fainting, or persistent vomiting.

Q. How should Riacold Oral Suspension be taken and can it be stopped once symptoms improve?

Riacold Oral Suspension should be taken only in the dose and frequency advised by your doctor because the correct schedule depends on your symptoms and health condition. It is usually used for short-term relief of cold and cough symptoms. Many people can stop it once symptoms improve, but if your doctor has advised a specific course, follow that guidance.

Q. Who should avoid Riacold Oral Suspension?

Riacold Oral Suspension should be avoided or used only with medical advice in people who are allergic to any of its ingredients, have severe liver disease, uncontrolled high blood pressure, heart disease, glaucoma, or prostate enlargement causing difficulty in urination. Extra caution is also needed in pregnant or breastfeeding women and young children.

Q. Can Riacold Oral Suspension be taken after food?

Riacold Oral Suspension is often easier on the stomach when taken after food. Taking it on an empty stomach may increase the chance of stomach irritation in some people. Follow your doctor’s advice regarding the exact timing of doses.

Q. Can I drink alcohol while using Riacold Oral Suspension?

It is generally better to avoid alcohol while using Riacold Oral Suspension because alcohol may increase side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, stomach upset, dehydration, or liver stress.

Q. Can Riacold Oral Suspension be taken with other cold medicines?

Riacold Oral Suspension should not be combined with other cold or cough medicines without medical advice because many products may contain similar ingredients. Taking multiple medicines with the same ingredients can increase the risk of side effects.

Q. What should I do if I miss a dose of Riacold Oral Suspension?

If you miss a dose of Riacold Oral Suspension, take the next planned dose at the usual time unless your doctor advises otherwise. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose because this may increase side effects.

Q. Can Riacold Oral Suspension be given to children?

Riacold Oral Suspension should be given to children only if recommended by a doctor. The correct dose depends on the child’s age, weight, and symptoms. Seek medical help if the child becomes unusually sleepy, breathless, refuses fluids, or develops a rash.

Q. What should I avoid while using Riacold Oral Suspension?

While using Riacold Oral Suspension, avoid alcohol, unnecessary mixing with other cold medicines, and activities that require alertness if the medicine makes you sleepy. Follow your doctor’s instructions about dose and duration.

Q. Can Riacold Oral Suspension cure the infection causing the cold or cough?

Riacold Oral Suspension mainly helps relieve symptoms such as congestion, sneezing, fever, and throat irritation. It does not directly cure the infection causing the cold or cough. The body usually recovers from viral infections with time, rest, and proper hydration.
Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 25th Nov 2025.
The medicine details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.