In Treatment of Common cold Alicare Plus Tablet is a combination medicine that effectively relieves symptoms of common cold such as blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours.\u003cbr>This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.
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. Alicare Plus Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Alcohol : UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Alicare Plus Tablet. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Alicare Plus Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Alicare Plus Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE
Alicare Plus Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CAUTION
Alicare Plus Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Alicare Plus Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Alicare Plus Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. | - Liver : CAUTION
Alicare Plus Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alicare Plus Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.However, the use of Alicare Plus Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
If you miss a dose of Alicare Plus Tablet, 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.
Q. Can the use of Alicare Plus Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?::: Yes, Alicare Plus Tablet may make you feel drowsy or may cause you to fall asleep during your daily activities. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities until you know how the medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience such episodes while taking this medicine.| Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Alicare Plus Tablet?::: Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.| Q. Are there any serious side effects associated with the use of Alicare Plus Tablet?::: Serious side effects with Alicare Plus Tablet are uncommon and rare. Tell your doctor as soon as possible if you notice allergic reactions, skin rash or peeling, mouth ulcers, breathing problems, unexplained bleeding, recurrent fevers or infections, vision disturbances, fast or irregular heartbeat. These side effects are uncommon but may be serious and may need urgent medical attention.| Q. Will a higher than the recommended dose of Alicare Plus Tablet be more effective?::: No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having some serious side effects and toxicity. If you experience increased severity of your symptoms, that are not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.| Q. Are there any contraindications associated with use of Alicare Plus Tablet?::: It is not recommended to use Alicare Plus Tablet if you have high blood pressure (hypertension), any underlying serious heart condition or cardiovascular disorder, any history of stomach ulcers, overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism). However, it can be taken if your doctor is aware of your conditions and advises you to take it. The use of Alicare Plus Tablet should also be avoided if you are taking antidepressant drugs. These drugs, called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), may include phenelzine and isocarboxazid or tricyclic antidepressants like imipramine and amitriptyline.| Q. Can I breastfeed while taking Alicare Plus Tablet?::: No, you should not breastfeed while using Alicare Plus Tablet. This medicine can pass into your breast milk and may harm your baby. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are advised to take this medicine.
Alicare Plus Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Levocetirizine, Phenylephrine and Paracetamol, which relieves common cold symptoms.