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Amcold, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup, Tablet. Other than this, Amcold has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Amcold depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Amcold also has some side effects, the most common being Heartburn. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Amcold can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Amcold are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Amcold's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Amcold's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amcold related warnings section.
Amcold is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Gastrointestinal Bleeding are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Amcold contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Amcold with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amcold is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Amcold is used to treat the following -
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Amcold safe for pregnant women?
Amcold shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Amcold safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Amcold. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Amcold on the Kidneys?
Amcold may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amcold on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Amcold on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Amcold on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Amcold on the heart have been reported.
Amcold should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amcold unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amcold habit forming or addictive?
Amcold does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Amcold
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Amcold with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amcold
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Amcold and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Absorption of Amcold is not affected by food and hence can be taken with or without food. Preferably it should be taken in the evening. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.
Amcold works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and redness, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives).
Amcold can be taken safely once in a day preferably in the evening with or without food. However, take it exactly as your doctor has recommended you to take it.
Yes, Amcold is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, diarrhea, constipation, weakness, and tiredness.
Yes, Amcold 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.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 166-167
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 316-317
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; ZYRTEC® (cetirizine hydrochloride) Tablets and Syrup For Oral Use
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