In Common cold Akcold Plus Oral Suspension effectively relieves symptoms associated with common cold in children, such as fever, blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. It also shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours. These actions make breathing easier. Akcold Plus Oral Suspension usually starts working within a few minutes, and the effects can last up to several hours.
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. Akcold Plus Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food.
- Alcohol : UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Akcold Plus Oral Suspension | - Pregnancy : UNSAFE
Akcold Plus Oral Suspension is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Akcold Plus Oral Suspension during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : UNSAFE
Akcold Plus Oral Suspension may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : UNSAFE
Akcold Plus Oral Suspension is unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Akcold Plus Oral Suspension is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.
If you miss a dose of Akcold Plus Oral Suspension, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
What is Akcold Plus Oral Suspension used for?::: Akcold Plus Oral Suspension is a combination medicine containing paracetamol, phenylephrine, chlorpheniramine maleate, sodium citrate, and menthol. It is mainly used to relieve symptoms of the common cold, such as blocked nose, runny nose, sneezing, sore throat, cough, and mild fever.| Can Akcold Plus Oral Suspension cause serious side effects?::: Although they are rare, serious side effects of Akcold Plus Oral Suspension may include liver damage, severe skin reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome, difficulty in breathing, rapid heartbeat, hallucinations, or convulsions. If any of these occur, medical help should be sought immediately.| Who should not take Akcold Plus Oral Suspension?::: Akcold Plus Oral Suspension should not be used in children or adults who are allergic to any of its ingredients, have severe high blood pressure, serious liver or kidney problems, heart disease, or glaucoma. It must also be avoided if the patient is currently taking medicines called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs).| Is Akcold Plus Oral Suspension safe for children?::: Akcold Plus Oral Suspension is usually prescribed for children between 2 and 12 years old, but the dose depends on age and body weight. It should not be given to children below 2 years unless advised by a doctor. Always follow the pediatrician?s dosage instructions carefully to prevent overdose.| Why should Akcold Plus Oral Suspension not be used with other cough and cold medicines?::: Akcold Plus Oral Suspension already contains multiple active ingredients for cold and flu relief. Taking it along with other cough and cold medicines, especially those containing paracetamol or antihistamines, can increase the risk of overdose and serious side effects.
Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic which 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 cause pain and fever. Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Sodium Citrate is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Menthol is an organic compound which produces a sensation of coolness and relieves minor throat irritation.