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Casacold 125mg/12.5mg/1mg/60mg Syrup

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Composition FOR Casacold

Paracetamol(125mg),Phenylpropanolamine(12.5mg),Chlorpheniramine Maleate(1mg),Sodium Citrate(60mg)

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food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Casacold 125mg/12.5mg/1mg/60mg Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Take it with food if stomach upset occurs.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Casacold 125mg/12.5mg/1mg/60mg Syrup.
UNSAFE
Casacold 125mg/12.5mg/1mg/60mg Syrup is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
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Information regarding the use of Casacold 125mg/12.5mg/1mg/60mg Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Casacold

Paracetamol(125mg)

Uses

Paracetamol is used for pain relief and fever. It is used to relieve pain in conditions like headache, muscle pain, or dental pain.

How it works

Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and anti-pyretic (fever reducer). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and fever.

Common side effects

Nausea, Vomiting, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Headache, Constipation, Itching, Nephropathy, Hypersensitivity, Platelet disorders, Depression, Confusion, Hallucination, Abnormal vision, Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Sterile pyuria, Liver toxicity, Hemorrhage
Phenylpropanolamine(12.5mg)

Uses

Phenylpropanolamine is used in the treatment of allergic conditions.

How it works

Phenylpropanolamine belongs to a class of medications called nasal decongestants. It stimulates receptors on blood vessels in the nose and sinuses leading to its constriction and reduction in blood flow thereby relieving congestion.
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Common side effects

Systemic hypertension (high blood pressure), Nausea, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Palpitations
Chlorpheniramine Maleate(1mg)

Uses

Chlorpheniramine Maleate is used in the treatment of allergic conditions.

How it works

Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic medication. When your body is exposed to an allergen (pollen, animal dander, house dust etc.), it produces a chemical called histamine. This causes watery eyes, runny or blocked nose, sneezing, skin rashes, itching etc. Chlorpheniramine Maleate works by blocking the action of histamine, thereby relieving these symptoms.

Common side effects

Dryness in mouth, Sleepiness, Nausea, Headache, Sedation, Difficulty in paying attention, Impaired coordination, Dizziness, Blurred vision, Fatigue
Sodium Citrate(60mg)

Uses

Sodium Citrate is used in the treatment of Respiratory tract disorders associated with viscid mucus.

How it works

Sodium Citrate is a mucolytic medication. It thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) in the nose, windpipe and lungs making it easier to cough out.

Common side effects

No common side effects seen

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Expert advice FOR Casacold

  • Paracetamol should be taken with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.
  • Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
  • Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within 2 hours of taking Paracetamol.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
  • Inform your doctor if you have liver disease as your dose may need to be adjusted.
  • Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.

Frequently asked questions FOR Casacold

Paracetamol

Q. What if I vomit after taking Paracetamol?
If you vomit in less than 30 minutes after having a dose of Paracetamol tablets or syrup, retake the same dose again. If you vomit after 30 minutes of a dose, you do not need to take another one until the next standard dose.
Q. When will I feel better after taking the Paracetamol?
Usually, you will start feeling better after about half an hour of taking a Paracetamol.
Q. How often can I take the Paracetamol?
You should only take four doses of Paracetamol in 24 hours. There should be a gap of at least 4 hours between two doses. Do not take Paracetamol for more than 3 days without consulting a doctor first.
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Q. Does Paracetamol make babies sleepy?
No, Paracetamol does not make babies sleepy. It is a pain-relieving medicine that is also used to control high fever.
Q. Is Paracetamol safe for children?
Paracetamol is considered safe for children only when used as directed by the doctor.
Q. Is Paracetamol an antibiotic?
No, Paracetamol is not an antibiotic. It works as a painkiller and fever-reducing medicine.
Q. Can I take Paracetamol and ibuprofen together?
Ibuprofen and Paracetamol are safe medicines, but both should not be used together. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.
Q. How long does a Paracetamol take to work?
Paracetamol takes around 30-45 min to start working and show its effects. It is advised to take this medicine for the duration suggested by the doctor. Consult your doctor if you experience any bothersome side effects.
Q. What are the serious side effects of taking an excess of the Paracetamol?
Overdose of Paracetamole may cause severe life-threatening liver injury. Taking more than the prescribed dose may also cause kidney injury, decreased platelet count, and even coma. Early symptoms of an overdose include nausea, vomiting, and general tiredness. Immediately consult a doctor or reach an emergency in case of a suspected overdose.

Phenylpropanolamine

Q. Is phenylpropanolamine the same as phenylephrine?
Phenylpropanolamine and phenylephrine are different drugs belonging to the same class of medications (nasal decongestants). Both are used to relieve blocked nose or sinuses caused by common cold and seasonal nasal allergies (hay fever)
Q. Does Phenylpropanolamine cause stroke?
Phenylpropanolamine has shown to increase the risk of hemorrhagic stroke (bleeding in the brain). Women are at a higher risk.
Q. Is Phenylpropanolamine a controlled substance?
Phenylpropanolamine is a controlled substance since it can be used for manufacturing of illegal drugs
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Q. Is Phenylpropanolamine still on the market?
Phenylpropanolamine is banned in India due to increased risk of haemorrhagic stroke (bleeding in the brain) and is no longer marketed in India

Chlorpheniramine Maleate

Q. Does chlorpheniramine or chlorpheniramine maleate cause increase in blood pressure/ drowsy/non drowsy/sedating/get you high/keep you awake/sleepiness/make you tired/weight gain?
Chlorpheniramine causing these side effects is common or rare. Always consult your doctor, if you experience any of these side effects
Q. Is chlorpheniramine like Benadryl?
No, chlorpheniramine is different from Benadryl
Q. Is chlorpheniramine prescription?
Yes, it is available with doctor’s prescription only
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Q. Can I take chlorpheniramine or chlorpheniramine maleate with Panadol/ cetirizine /Zyrtec/ Allegra/ warfarin/ diphenhydramine/ ibuprofen/Claritin/guaifenesin/Benadryl?
Yes, but taking other medicines may alter the effects of chlorpheniramine. Always consult your doctor for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required
Q. Does chlorpheniramine contain aspirin?
No, it does not contain aspirin in it. Chlorpheniramine is a different drug than aspirin.

Sodium Citrate

Q. Is sodium citrate ionic, covalent, or dissolve in water?
Sodium citrate is an ionic compound and dissolves in water. It does not contain covalent bonds
Q. Is Sodium Citrate a preservative, vegan or natural compound?
Yes, Sodium Citrate is a vegan compound used as a preservative
Q. Can I take Sodium Citrate with antibiotics?
No, avoid taking any two medications together and keep a gap of at least 1 hour between two drugs
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Q. Does Sodium Citrate cause diarrhea?
Yes, long term use of Sodium Citrate can cause diarrhea
Q. Does Sodium Citrate cure cystitis and cancer?
Sodium Citrate is used to treat cystitis (inflammation of the urinary bladder) in women. It is not known to cause cancer
Q. Does Sodium Citrate contain gluten?
No, Sodium Citrate does not contain gluten
Q. Does sodium citrate bind calcium and have iodine in its structure?
No, sodium citrate does not contain iodine but it binds to the calcium in the blood and reduces blood clotting
Q. Is sodium citrate the same as citric acid?
Sodium citrate is an acid salt of citric acid
Q. Is Sodium Citrate safe?
Sodium Citrate is relatively safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Content on this page was last updated on 21 December, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)