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Bestocold Syrup is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Bestocold Syrup also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Bestocold 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Bestocold Syrup can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Bestocold Syrup go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Bestocold Syrup's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. In addition, Bestocold Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Bestocold Syrup related warnings section.
Bestocold Syrup can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Bestocold Syrup in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies. The section on Bestocold Syrup contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Bestocold Syrup have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Bestocold Syrup is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Bestocold Syrup 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
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Is the use of Bestocold Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Bestocold Syrup can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Bestocold Syrup, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Bestocold Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Bestocold Syrup as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Bestocold Syrup on the Kidneys?
Bestocold Syrup rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Bestocold Syrup on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Bestocold Syrup on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Bestocold Syrup on the Heart?
Bestocold Syrup may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Bestocold 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 Bestocold Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bestocold Syrup habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Bestocold Syrup is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Bestocold Syrup
You can take Bestocold Syrup with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bestocold Syrup
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Bestocold Syrup and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, you can use Bestocold Syrup 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 Bestocold Syrup. Please consult a doctor to know about these alternative medicines.
You should take the minimum effective dose of Bestocold Syrup that reduces body pain and fever. It should be used for the shortest time period till you get relief. Take it as per doctor's advice do not exceed dosage. Ideally, 1 or 2 tablets (500 mg) every four to six hours can be safely taken, do not take more than four doses in 24 hours. Please note paracetamol 500 mg tablet should not be given to children below 10 years until and unless prescribed by a child specialist.
If you are allergic to Bestocold Syrup then do not take it. Inform your doctor immediately for alternative medicine.
An overdose occurs when more than the required amount (toxic levels) of [medicine] is taken. Initial symptoms of Bestocold Syrup overdose includes loss of appetite, drowsiness, seizures, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Later progressive symptoms may include pain in your upper stomach, dark colored urine, yellowing of your skin or the white patches in your eyes, liver damage and in rare cases, it can also lead to coma. So, by any chance, if you have accidentally taken more than the required dose of Bestocold Syrup inform your doctor immediately.
Bestocold Syrup is primarily used to reduce pain and fever. It can a for other conditions such as a headache, muscle aches, backache, toothaches, and colds.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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