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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

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 with an antihistamine?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Actifed Plus can be taken safely with a less sedative antihistaminic drug like cetirizine and loratadine etc. No harmful effects are reported. However, another group of antihistamine drug which causes drowsiness and sleepiness like chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine etc. should not be taken together unless and until recommended by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Actifed Plus with multivitamins?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Actifed Plus can be taken with a multivitamin. No harmful interactions found between them. However, this is not necessarily mean no interaction exists. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking these two medicines at the same time.

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

If I am allergic to Actifed Plus then what should I do?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

If you are allergic to Actifed Plus then do not take it. Inform your doctor immediately for alternative medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Is it safe to use Actifed Plus in pregnancy?

Actifed Plus is being used by pregnant women for many years without any evident harmful effects on the baby. That's why it is usually recommended as the first-line painkiller for pregnant women. But it is not possible to say that this medicine is completely safe to use in pregnancy. You are highly recommended to check with your doctor/gynaecologist before taking any medicine even [medicine] during pregnancy.