Decold Tablet
About Decold Tablet
Decold tablet is a combination of Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol and Phenylephrine. This drug is the world’s most widely consumed psychoactive drug. The main ingredient of this drug is naturally found in over 60 plants some of which are coffee beans, tea leaves, kola nut (from where cola is derived) and cacao pods (the source of chocolate). Synthetic caffeine is added to food like energy stimulating gums and 'energy drinks', medicines for alertness, pain relievers and some cold medicines.
This medication affects the body’s metabolism process in many ways. It stimulates the central nervous system and makes one feel alert and energetic. This drug may sometimes increase the release of acid in the stomach, leading to heartburn or an upset stomach. It is also a diuretic and interferes with the absorption of calcium in the body. This medication can also increase blood pressure. It reaches its peak level in your blood, one hour after consumption. But its effects may last up to six hours.
What are the uses of Decold Tablet
Cold Symptoms
What are the contraindications of Decold Tablet ?
Severe Liver Impairment
Key highlights of Decold Tablet
Is It safe with alcohol?
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Pregnant women are advised to take medical help before consuming this medication.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Breastfeeding women must consult doctor before using this medication.
Does this affect kidney function?
Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function. Please Consult your doctor.
Does this affect liver function?
Use of this medicine should be avoided in patients with underlying liver disease.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Take the missed dose as soon as possible and avoid taking it if its almost time for the other dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
A doctor should be consulted immediately if such a situation is suspected.
How does this medication work?
This medication is a stimulant that affects the central nervous system and is one of the most common psychoactive drugs. Adenosine receptors gets deactivated when the drug is consumed and leads to an increase in energy.
FAQs about Decold Tablet
Ques : What is decold tablet?
Ans : Decold tablet is a medication which has Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Paracetamol and Phenylephrine as active elements present in it.
Ques : What are the uses of decold tablet?
Ans : Decold tablet is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Cold, Common cold, Allergy, Joint pain, Ear pain, Cephalalgia, Fever, Nasal decongestant, Chill, Influenza, Hay fever, Rhinitis, Anaphylactic shock, and Orthostatic hypotension.
Ques : What are the Side Effects of decold tablet?
Ans : Side effects include Nausea, Vomiting, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Restlessness, Allergic reaction, Headache, and Sleepiness.
Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal decold tablet?
Ans : Decold should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.
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