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

Coldrest Information

Coldrest is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. The alternative uses of Coldrest have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Coldrest 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Coldrest can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Coldrest normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Coldrest's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. In addition, Coldrest's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Coldrest related warnings section.

Coldrest is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Coldrest contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Coldrest have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Coldrest Benefits & Uses

Coldrest is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache
Pain
Blocked Nose

Coldrest 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
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cetirizine (2 mg), Paracetamol (125 mg), Phenylephrine (5 mg)/ 5ml

Coldrest Side Effects

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

Severe

Liver Damage
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Anaphylactic reaction
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Edema
Increased Heart Rate

Moderate

Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
Blurred vision
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Erythema
Increased blood pressure

Mild

Drowsiness
Headache
Fatigue
Dry Mouth
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Nausea or vomiting
Cough
Vertigo
Rash
Swelling
Diarrhoea
Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Restlessness
Tremor

Coldrest Related Warnings

Is the use of Coldrest safe for pregnant women?

Coldrest can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Coldrest right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Coldrest safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Coldrest as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Coldrest on the Kidneys?

Coldrest has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Coldrest on the Liver?

Side effects of Coldrest rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Coldrest on the Heart?

Coldrest is rarely harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Coldrest with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Oxyphenbutazone

Metamizole

Severe

Moderate

Caffeine

Codeine

Pentazocine

Aripiprazole

Phenytoin

Aspirin

Busulfan

Cholestyramine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Rifampicin

Hyoscyamine

Mild

Pseudoephedrine

Carbamazepine

Coldrest Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Shock
Liver Disease
Drug Allergies
Alcoholism
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Neutropenia
Angina
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Hyperthyroidism
Diabetes
Glaucoma
Thyroid problems

Frequently asked Questions about Coldrest

Is this Coldrest habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Coldrest.

Coldrest Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Coldrest

It is safe to take Coldrest with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Coldrest

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Coldrest.

Frequently asked Questions about Coldrest

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Coldrest with montelukast?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Coldrest can be taken with montelukast. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and montelukast is available in the market which is used in the treatment of respiratory tract inflammation.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Coldrest a decongestant?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Coldrest is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.

Question over 5 years ago

When to take Coldrest?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Absorption of Coldrest 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.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Coldrest work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Coldrest 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).

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Coldrest cause stomach upset?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.