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Citimed Cold Syrup is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold. The alternative uses of Citimed Cold Syrup have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Citimed Cold Syrup depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Citimed Cold Syrup as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Citimed Cold Syrup are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Citimed Cold Syrup's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Citimed Cold Syrup has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Citimed Cold Syrup related warnings section.
Citimed Cold Syrup is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Citimed Cold Syrup contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Citimed Cold Syrup have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Citimed Cold Syrup, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Citimed Cold Syrup is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
Is the use of Citimed Cold Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Citimed Cold can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Citimed Cold right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Citimed Cold Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Citimed Cold. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Citimed Cold Syrup on the Kidneys?
Citimed Cold rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Citimed Cold Syrup on the Liver?
Citimed Cold does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Citimed Cold Syrup on the Heart?
Citimed Cold is rarely harmful for the heart.
Citimed Cold Syrup should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Citimed Cold Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Citimed Cold Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Citimed Cold Syrup has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Citimed Cold Syrup
You can take Citimed Cold Syrup with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Citimed Cold Syrup
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Citimed Cold Syrup.
Citimed Cold is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergies, runny nose, sneezing, and red-watery itchy eyes.
Citimed Cold is a brand name of Cetirizine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called antihistamine (H1 receptor blocker). It is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing and other types of allergies.
Yes, Citimed Cold can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Citimed Cold can be taken with ambroxol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported after taking this drug. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug please consult your doctor.
No, Citimed Cold is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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