Kilcold Syrup

Short Description

Kilcold Syrup is commonly prescribed in children to treat common cold symptoms like sore throat, runny nose, cough, sneezing, watery eyes, body ache, and fever.

Dosage Form

Syrup

Introduction

Kilcold Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Chlorpheniramine, paracetamol, and phenylephrine which relieves common cold symptoms. 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). It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine is a nasal decongestant that narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Kilcold Syrup may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

vomiting diarrhea nausea dizziness rash headache

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Kilcold Syrup.

Breastfeeding Warning

Kilcold Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding.

Pregnancy Warning

Kilcold Syrup may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.

Kilcold Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Chlorpheniramine, paracetamol, and phenylephrine which relieves common cold symptoms.

Ensure your child takes extra care when taking part in physical activities. Never combine Kilcold Syrup with other cold and flu medicines as that may lead to side effects. Stop Kilcold Syrup and immediately report to the doctor if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties. Practice self-care 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.