Actifed Plus: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Actifed Plus Information

Actifed Plus is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension, Tablet. Actifed Plus also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Actifed Plus is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Actifed Plus also has some side effects, the most common being Drowsiness, Dry Mouth. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Actifed Plus as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Actifed Plus go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Actifed Plus's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Actifed Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Actifed Plus related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies must refrain from the use of Actifed Plus since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Actifed Plus have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Actifed Plus have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Actifed Plus is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Actifed Plus Benefits & Uses
Actifed Plus Dosage & How to Take
Actifed Plus Side Effects
Actifed Plus Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Actifed Plus with Other Drugs
Actifed Plus Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Actifed Plus
Actifed Plus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Actifed Plus Benefits & Uses

Actifed Plus is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Common Cold
Blocked Nose
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache
Pain

Actifed Plus Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: strength 30 mg pseudoephedrine, 500 mg paracetamol and 1.25 mg triprolidine
Adult	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: strength 30 mg pseudoephedrine, 500 mg paracetamol and 1.25 mg triprolidine
Geriatric	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: strength 30 mg pseudoephedrine, 500 mg paracetamol and 1.25 mg triprolidine

Actifed Plus Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Actifed Plus is used -

Severe

Liver Damage
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Anaphylactic reaction
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Edema
Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Arrhythimia

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Erythema
Hallucinations
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Stomach Upset
Nausea or vomiting
Blurred vision

Mild

Swelling
Rash
Diarrhoea
Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Restlessness
Headache
Insomnia
Urticaria
पेट दर्द

Common

Drowsiness
Dry Mouth

Actifed Plus Related Warnings

Is the use of Actifed Plus safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Actifed Plus without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Actifed Plus safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Actifed Plus as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Actifed Plus on the Kidneys?

Actifed Plus does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Actifed Plus on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Actifed Plus on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Actifed Plus on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Actifed Plus on the heart have been reported.

Severe Interaction of Actifed Plus with Other Drugs

Actifed Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Oxyphenbutazone

Metamizole

Severe

Leflunomide

Pilocarpine

Ethanol

Ethanol Liquid

Imatinib Mesylate

Isoniazid

Lamotrigine

Selegiline

Ergotamine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Atropine

Atenolol

Amoxapine

Selegiline

Moderate

Phenytoin

Aspirin

Busulfan

Cholestyramine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Rifampicin

Hyoscyamine

Caffeine

Acarbose

Aripiprazole

Alprazolam

Mild

Carbamazepine

Actifed Plus Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Actifed Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Shock
Liver Disease
Drug Allergies
Alcoholism
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Neutropenia
Heart Disease
Bronchitis
Diabetes
Hyperthyroidism
Kidney Disease
Hyperthyroidism
Glaucoma
Heart Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Bladder Infection

Frequently asked Questions about Actifed Plus

Is this Actifed Plus habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Actifed Plus is addictive.

Actifed Plus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Actifed Plus

You can take Actifed Plus with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Actifed Plus

Taking alcohol with Actifed Plus can be dangerous.

Frequently asked Questions about Actifed Plus

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Actifed Plus to treat common cold and sore throat?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Actifed Plus is primarily not used to treat a common cold and sore throat. It can only relieve cold-related symptoms such as a fever, headache, earache, and aching joints. It doesn't help in relieving cough or stuffy nose.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Actifed Plus with aspirin?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Actifed Plus with aspirin. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. But you're recommended to consult your doctor before taking these two medications together.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is the treatment for Actifed Plus poisoning?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

As we know Actifed Plus is most widely used 'over-the-counter' analgesic/antipyretic medicine. However, paracetamol overdose can cause serious adverse effects on the liver, it may be fatal. But fortunately, there is an antidote, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) given within 8 hours of Actifed Plus ingestion which usually can prevent all serious side effects of Actifed Plus poisoning. However, do not take NAC without consulting a doctor as your doctor will tell you the right way and methods to help you relieve from this drug poisoning.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Actifed Plus work for back pain?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Actifed Plus is not recommended for back pain. However, It can be taken along with a painkiller for the treatment of back pain.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I use Actifed Plus in migraine?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can use Actifed Plus in a migraine. Paracetamol and other NSAIDs are used in treating migraine. However, there are other medicines available that are better for treating migraine than Actifed Plus. Please consult a doctor to know about these alternative medicines.