Coldact: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Coldact Information

Coldact is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule, Tablet. Common Cold, Fever are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Coldact has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Coldact depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Coldact also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach Upset, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Usually, these side effects of Coldact 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Coldact is Unknown for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Coldact's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Coldact related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Coldact are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Coldact may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Coldact is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Coldact Benefits & Uses
Coldact Dosage & How to Take
Coldact Side Effects
Coldact Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Coldact with Other Drugs
Coldact Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Coldact
Coldact Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Coldact Benefits & Uses

Coldact is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Common Cold
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)

Other Benefits

Coldact 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
Adult	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: strength 500 mg paracetamol, 2 mg chlorpheniramine and 30 mg pseudoephedrine
Geriatric	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: strength 500 mg paracetamol, 2 mg chlorpheniramine and 30 mg pseudoephedrine

Coldact Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Coldact is used -

Common

Stomach Upset
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Loss of appetite
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Drowsiness
Irritability
Confusion

Coldact Related Warnings

Is the use of Coldact safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Coldact for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Coldact safe during breastfeeding?

Coldact is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Coldact on the Kidneys?

Coldact does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Coldact on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Coldact. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Coldact on the Heart?

Coldact is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Coldact with Other Drugs

Coldact should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Phenytoin

Carbamazepine

Atenolol

Propranolol

Coldact Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Coldact unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Cirrhosis
Liver Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Glaucoma

Frequently asked Questions about Coldact

Is this Coldact habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Coldact is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Coldact, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Coldact can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Coldact only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Coldact in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Coldact Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Coldact

Taking Coldact with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Coldact

Taking alcohol with Coldact can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Coldact

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Coldact be used to treat stomach pain?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Coldact is not used for treating stomach pain. The stomach pain could be due to some underlying medical condition which may require medical attention. If the pain does not subside within 1 day. Please consult your doctor without further delay.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Coldact to treat common cold and sore throat?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Coldact 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 almost 6 years ago

Is it safe to use Coldact in pregnancy?

Coldact 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Coldact work for back pain?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Coldact is not recommended for back pain. However, It can be taken along with a painkiller for the treatment of back pain.

Question almost 6 years ago

What are the symptoms of Coldact overdose?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

An overdose occurs when more than the required amount (toxic levels) of [medicine] is taken. Initial symptoms of Coldact 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 Coldact inform your doctor immediately.