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Cozymin Nasal Drops is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Common Cold, Fever are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Cozymin Nasal Drops have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Cozymin Nasal Drops depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Cozymin Nasal Drops are Stomach Upset, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Normally, these side effects of Cozymin Nasal Drops are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Cozymin Nasal Drops has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cozymin Nasal Drops's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cozymin Nasal Drops contraindications section.
Besides this, Cozymin Nasal Drops may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cozymin Nasal Drops is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cozymin Nasal Drops 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.
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Is the use of Cozymin Nasal Drops safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Cozymin will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Cozymin Nasal Drops safe during breastfeeding?
Cozymin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cozymin Nasal Drops on the Kidneys?
Cozymin is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Cozymin Nasal Drops on the Liver?
Cozymin can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Cozymin Nasal Drops on the Heart?
Cozymin is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cozymin Nasal Drops unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cozymin Nasal Drops habit forming or addictive?
Cozymin Nasal Drops is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cozymin Nasal Drops as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cozymin Nasal Drops only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cozymin Nasal Drops is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cozymin Nasal Drops
You can take Cozymin Nasal Drops with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cozymin Nasal Drops
Taking alcohol with Cozymin Nasal Drops can be dangerous.
As we know Cozymin 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 Cozymin ingestion which usually can prevent all serious side effects of Cozymin 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.
You should take the minimum effective dose of Cozymin 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.
Cozymin 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.
Cozymin is not recommended for back pain. However, It can be taken along with a painkiller for the treatment of back pain.
Cozymin 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.
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