Hiscold Oral Drops
Manufacturer
Aeon Remedies
Salt Composition
Chlorpheniramine Maleate (1mg) + Paracetamol (25mg) + Phenylephrine (2.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Hiscold Oral Drops is a medication used to treat common cold symptoms in children, such as sore throat, runny nose, cough, sneezing, watery eyes, body ache, and fever.
Dosage Form
Oral Drops
Introduction
Hiscold Oral Drops is commonly prescribed in children to treat common cold symptoms like sore throat, runny nose, cough, sneezing, watery eyes, body ache, and fever.
Directions for Use
Ensure your child takes extra care when taking part in physical activities. Never combine Hiscold Oral Drops with other cold and flu medicines as that may lead to side effects. Stop Hiscold Oral Drops and immediately report to the doctor if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties.
How it works
Hiscold Oral Drops is a combination of three medicines: Chlorpheniramine, paracetamol, and phenylephrine. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic that relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (fever reducer). Phenylephrine is a nasal decongestant that narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.
Quick Tips
Clean and disinfect surfaces after sneezing and coughing to avoid allergy Give your child plenty of fluids as it helps to thin and to loosen the mucus in the lungs Restrain your child from having dairy products, coffee, and foods that are spicy and fried. All these can trigger coughing Make your child gargle with warm saltwater Ensure your child takes enough rest
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Frequently asked questions
What if I give too much Hiscold Oral Drops by mistake?
Overdosing on Hiscold Oral Drops can lead to serious side effects like seizures, rapid heart rate, depression, cognitive defects, and difficulty concentrating. Always use the calibrated cup provided with the medicine to measure the correct dose. Never use a kitchen teaspoon as it cannot give the accurate dosage.
How can I store Hiscold Oral Drops?
Store Hiscold Oral Drops at room temperature, in a dry place away from direct heat and light. Keep all medications out of reach and sight of children to prevent accidental intake.
My child has a cough and fever. Can I give him two medicines together?
Do not administer more than one medication for cough or cold at a time, unless specifically advised by the doctor. This is because both medications might contain similar ingredients which could result in an overdose and potential harm to your child. Always consult your child's doctor before administering any medicine.
Can I give my cough medicine to my child?
Never administer medication for adults to a child. Children should only be given medications specifically formulated for them, as it might cause side effects. Always check the label of the medicine before use in your child and administer it at the prescribed dosage. It is advisable to consult a doctor if the symptoms are persistent or fail to improve after treatment.
Can Hiscold Oral Drops make my child sleepy?
Hiscold Oral Drops may cause mild drowsiness, making your child feel tired. Do not use this medication to induce sleep as it might mask underlying sleep disorders like insomnia. It's always best to consult your child’s doctor before administering this medicine.
