About FMCOLD TAB

Caffeine + Chlorpheniramine+ Paracetamol and Phenylephrine

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Fmcold Tablet is used to treat common cold symptoms. It provides temporary relief from stuffiness in the nose. It also helps to relieve allergy symptoms like runny nose and watery eyes.

Fmcold Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. It is better to take it with food to avoid stomach upset. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, headache, restlessness, and insomnia. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It can also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make dizziness worse.

Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

USES OF FMCOLD TABLET

• Treatment of Common cold

BENEFITS OF FMCOLD TABLET

In Treatment of Common cold

Fmcold Tablet is a combination of medicines that effectively relieves symptoms of common cold such as blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours.

This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.

SIDE EFFECTS OF FMCOLD TABLET

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Fmcold

• Nausea
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Restlessness
• Headache
• Tachycardia
• Palpitations
• Dizziness
• Fear
• Anxiety
• Tremors
• Weakness
• Discomfort when urinating
• Hallucination
• Convulsion

HOW TO USE Fmcold TABLET

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Fmcold Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW FMCOLD TABLET WORKS

Fmcold Tablet is a combination of four medicines: Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Paracetamol, and Phenylephrine, which relieves common cold symptoms. Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and an antipyretic (fever reducer). It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain and fever. Caffeine increases the effectiveness of paracetamol and makes you more alert. Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing temporary relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Fmcold Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Fmcold Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Fmcold Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Fmcold Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Fmcold Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Fmcold Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Fmcold Tablet may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Fmcold Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fmcold Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE FMCOLD  TABLET?

If you miss a dose of Fmcold Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

• FmcoldTablet is prescribed to get relief from symptoms of common cold.
• Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
• Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for cold.
• Call your doctor if your symptoms have not improved within seven days of treatment or if you develop a fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat, severe dizziness or anxiety, severe headache, fever, or rash.
• Inform your doctor if you are taking any antidepressants.

• Along with taking Fmcold Tablet do the following simple tips at home to get relief:

  1. Steam inhalation
  2. Gargling with warm saltwater.
  3. Apply vapor rubs on chest, back if needed. Take enough rest.
  4. Take warm food and fluid only. Ensure adequate fluid intake.
  5. Advise hygiene measures to reduce spread: frequent hand-washing, avoiding sharing towels, pillowcase, etc.
• Fmcold Tablet is prescribed to get relief from symptoms of common cold.
• Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
• Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for cold.
• Call your doctor if your symptoms have not improved within seven days of treatment or if you develop a fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat, severe dizziness or anxiety, severe headache, fever, or rash.
• Inform your doctor if you are taking any antidepressants.

• Along with taking Fmcold Tablet do the following simple tips at home to get relief:

  1. Steam inhalation
  2. Gargling with warm saltwater.
  3. Apply vapor rubs on chest, back if needed. Take enough rest.
  4. Take warm food and fluid only. Ensure adequate fluid intake.
  5. Advise hygiene measures to reduce spread: frequent hand-washing, avoiding sharing towels, pillowcases, etc.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

User feedback

Patients taking Fmcold Tablet

Twice A Day

53%

Once A Day

24%

Thrice A Day

22%

What are you using Fmcold Tablet for?

Others

46%

Nasal congest*

25%

Fever

13%

Headache

8%

Allergic cond*

4%

*Nasal congestion (blocked nose), Allergic conditions

How much was the improvement?

Average

43%

Excellent

41%

Poor

15%

What were the side-effects while using Fmcold Tablet?

No Side Effec*

64%

Restlessness

8%

Insomnia (dif*

8%

Nausea

5%

Dehydration

3%

*No Side Effect, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

How do you take Fmcold Tablet?

With food

73%

With or witho*

19%

Empty stomach

8%

*With or without food

FAQs

Q. What is Fmcold Tablet?

Fmcold Tablet is a combination of four medicines: Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol and Phenylephrine. This combination is helpful in relieving the symptoms of cold. These symptoms may include body ache, headache, fatigue, fever, watery eyes, sneezing, cough, sore throat, and runny and stuffy nose.

Q. Are there any foods which I have to avoid while taking Fmcold Tablet?

Fmcold Tablet contains caffeine. So, it is preferable to avoid medicines or food that contain caffeine. Foods like coffee, tea, cola drinks and chocolate should be avoided as they may add to your total caffeine intake. Increased caffeine intake can cause difficulty in sleeping, you may experience tremors and/or have chest discomfort. Also, avoid drinking alcohol (beer, wine, etc.) while taking this medicine.

Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Fmcold Tablet?

Store your medicines in a cool dry place and keep them in the original pack or container until it is time to take them. Store them out of sight and reach of children. Unused medicines should be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children and other people cannot consume them.

Q. Are there any serious side effects associated with the use of Fmcold Tablet?

Serious side effects with Fmcold Tablet are uncommon and rare. Tell your doctor as soon as possible if you notice allergic reactions, skin rash or peeling, mouth ulcers, breathing problems, unexplained bleeding, recurrent fevers or infections, vision disturbances, fast or irregular heartbeat.

Q. Will a higher than the recommended dose of Fmcold Tablet be more effective?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects and toxicity. If the recommended doses do not relieve your symptoms or there is an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.

Q. Are there any contraindications associated with the use of Fmcold Tablet?

It is not recommended to use Fmcold Tablet if you have high blood pressure (hypertension), any underlying serious heart condition or cardiovascular disorder, any history of stomach ulcers or overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism). However, it can be taken if advised by the doctor. Its use should also be avoided if you are taking antidepressant drugs. These drugs, called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), may include phenelzine and isocarboxazid or tricyclic antidepressants like imipramine and amitriptyline.

Q. Can I breastfeed while taking Fmcold Tablet?

No, it is not advisable to breastfeed while using Fmcold Tablet. This medicine contains Chlorpheniramine, an antihistamine which can pass into the breast milk and may harm the baby. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are advised to take this medicine.