Zerocold Tablet
Manufacturer
Dowell Pharmaceutical
Salt Composition
Caffeine (30mg) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg) + Paracetamol (325mg) + Phenylephrine (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Zerocold Tablet is used to treat common cold symptoms, providing temporary relief from stuffiness in the nose and relieving allergy symptoms like runny nose and watery eyes.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Zerocold Tablet is a combination of four medicines: Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Paracetamol, and Phenylephrine, which relieves common cold symptoms. It provides temporary relief from stuffiness in the nose and relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose and watery eyes.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Zerocold Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Zerocold Tablet is a combination of four medicines: Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Paracetamol, and Phenylephrine, which relieves common cold symptoms.
Quick Tips
Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for cold. Call your doctor if your symptoms have not improved within seven days of treatment or if you develop a fast or uneven heartbeat, severe dizziness or anxiety, severe headache, fever, or rash. Along with taking Zerocold Tablet do the following simple tips at home to get relief: steam inhalation, gargling with warm saltwater, apply vapor rubs on chest back if needed, take enough rest, take warm food and fluid only, ensure adequate fluid intake, advise hygiene measures to reduce spread: frequent hand-washing, avoiding sharing towels, pillowcases, etc.
Frequently asked questions
What is Zerocold Tablet?
Zerocold Tablet is a combination of four medicines: Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol, and Phenylephrine. This combination is helpful in relieving the symptoms of a cold, which may include body ache, headache, fatigue, fever, watery eyes, sneezing, cough, sore throat, and runny and stuffy nose.
Are there any foods which I have to avoid while taking Zerocold Tablet?
Zerocold Tablet contains caffeine. It is recommended to avoid medicines or food that contain caffeine. Foods like coffee, tea, cola drinks, and chocolate should be avoided as they may add to your total caffeine intake. Increased caffeine intake can cause difficulty in sleeping, tremors, and/or chest discomfort. Additionally, avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Zerocold Tablet?
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 a responsible manner to ensure that pets, children, and other people cannot consume them.
Are there any serious side effects associated with the use of Zerocold Tablet?
Serious side effects with Zerocold Tablet are uncommon and rare. If you notice any of the following symptoms, please consult your doctor as soon as possible: allergic reactions, skin rash or peeling, mouth ulcers, breathing problems, unexplained bleeding, recurrent fevers or infections, vision disturbances, or fast or irregular heartbeat.
Will a higher than the recommended dose of Zerocold Tablet be more effective?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Zerocold Tablet may not be more effective and may increase the chances of having serious side effects and toxicity. If the recommended doses do not relieve your symptoms or there is an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.
Are there any contraindications associated with the use of Zerocold Tablet?
It is not recommended to use Zerocold Tablet if you have high blood pressure (hypertension), any underlying serious heart condition or cardiovascular disorder, any history of stomach ulcers or overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism). However, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. Its use should also be avoided if you are taking antidepressant drugs, such as monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) or tricyclic antidepressants.
Can I breastfeed while taking Zerocold Tablet?
No, it is not advisable to breastfeed while using Zerocold Tablet. This medicine contains Chlorpheniramine, an antihistamine that can pass into breast milk and may harm the baby. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are advised to take this medicine.
