Alkem Cold Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Alkem Cold Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Alkem Cold Tablet 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Alkem Cold Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Alkem Cold Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Alkem Cold Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Alkem Cold Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Alkem Cold Tablet related warnings section.
Alkem Cold Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Alkem Cold Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Alkem Cold Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Alkem Cold Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Alkem Cold Tablet 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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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Alkem Cold Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Alkem Cold Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Alkem Cold can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Alkem Cold right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Alkem Cold Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Alkem Cold may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Alkem Cold Tablet on the Kidneys?
Alkem Cold rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alkem Cold Tablet on the Liver?
Alkem Cold is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Alkem Cold Tablet on the Heart?
Alkem Cold may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Alkem Cold Tablet 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 Alkem Cold Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alkem Cold Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Alkem Cold Tablet is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Alkem Cold Tablet
It is safe to take Alkem Cold Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alkem Cold Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Alkem Cold Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Alkem Cold 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.
Alkem Cold is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Alkem Cold is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergies, runny nose, sneezing, and red-watery itchy eyes.
No, Alkem Cold is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Yes, Alkem Cold 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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