Paracetamol + Phenylephrine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate is a mixture of three medicines: Paracetamol is a pain reliever( analgesic) and fever reducer(antipyretic). Chlorpheniramine, paracetamol, and phenylephrine which is used for treating common cold symptoms. Phenylephrine is a nasal decongestant(a drug that decreases pulmonary congestion) that narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic that relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, runny nose, and sneezing. It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain and fever.
Paracetamol+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine is safe in most patients. However, in some patients, it may cause common and rare side effects like, vomiting, allergic reaction, sleepiness, and headache. Inform your healthcare advisor if you experience any persistent problems during this medicine.chlorpheniramine maleate is an medication.used to treat sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose caused by allergies or the common cold and helps relieve symptoms of cold and flu such as headache, sore throat, runny nose, muscular pain, and fever.
Medical Benefits of Paracetamol, Phenylephrine and Chlorpheniramine Maleate Syrup
Paracetamol use for,
- Fever Reduction- Paracetamol helps in lowering elevated body’s temperature during fever and makes the patients feel more relax and comfortable.
- Anti-Inflammatory- Paracetamol has anti-inflammatory drugs, its primary action is fever reduction and pain relief.
- Pain Relief- Paracetamol cn help alleviate mild to moderate pain, such as headaches, toothaches, and muscle aches.
Phenylephrine HCL use for,
- Nasal Dedcongestion- Phenylephrine is an over-the-counter drug that works by narrowing the blood vessels in the nasal passages. This drug helps reduce nasal congestion by lowering the blood flow to the nasal mucosa and leading to decreased swelling.
Chlorpheniramine Maleate use for,
- Antihistamine- this is an antihistamine that blocks the effects of histamine(a chemical release during allergic reactions). It helps in relieving symptoms such as sneezing, itching, runny nose, and other common allergic reactions.
Directions for Use
Read the label given along with the Paracetamol+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine syrup.Take the prescribed dose with some warm water. Do not overdose this medicine to children to avoid any irritation in the mouth and stomach. You shall Paracetamol+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine take with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Safety and Precautions
- Paracetamol + Phenylephrine+ Chlorpheniramine Maleate helps relieve symptoms of cold and flu such as headache, sore throat, runny nose, muscular pain, and fever.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Don’t drive or do anything that requires mental focus such as any machine work, or height work until you know how it affects you.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
- Do not take it with any other medicine containing same salts such as paracetamol (drugs for pain/fever or cough and cold) without asking your doctor.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding then consume Paracetamol + Phenylephrine+ Chlorpheniramine Maleate only if your doctor prescribes it.
Side Effects of Paracetamol, Phenylephrine and Chlorpheniramine Maleate Syrup
There are mild to moderate side effects of Paracetamol + Phenylephrine & Chlorpheniramine Maleate that get resolved over time. Side effects of this medicine is very rare but immediately inform your doctor in case you notice any abnormal change while taking this medicine. The side effects may vary in all the users (adults and children) as they depend on the physiological conditions and response to the therapy. The range of side effects noticed on using the Paracetamol + Phenylephrine+ Chlorpheniramine Maleate medicines are mentioned as follows:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Irritation in mouth
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhoea
- Indigestion
- Loss of appetite
- Heartburn