INTRODUCTION

COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION is a combination of Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol and Phenylephrine which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihistamines, Analgesics and Nasal decongestants respectively. It is used to relieve the symptoms of allergic rhinitis (hay fever), common cold, other upper respiratory allergies, like headache, facial congestion and pressure, nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, minor aches and pains, itching of the nose, throat, or eyes, and watery eyes. It can also be used as an adjunct with antibiotics in sinusitis (inflammation of cavities around your nose), tonsillitis (inflammation of tonsils), and otitis media (inflammation inside the middle ear). Hay fever is a seasonal allergy that occurs in response to specific allergens like pollens, present at certain times of the year (spring or fall) and causes more short-term symptoms. COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION is not recommended for use in children (aged less than 2 months). Consult your doctor for advice. Before taking COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver, heart, thyroid, or lung problems, diabetes, or glaucoma. Consult your doctor for advice. COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women, so consult your doctor before taking it. The most common side effects of taking COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION are vomiting, nausea, allergic reaction, sleepiness, and headache. Contact your doctor if any of the above side effects worsen.

USES OF COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION

It is used:

• To relieve the symptoms of allergic rhinitis, common cold, or other upper respiratory allergies
• As an adjunct with antibiotics in sinusitis, tonsillitis and otitis media

HOW COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION WORKS

COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION relieves upper respiratory symptoms where Chlorpheniramine binds to the histamine H1 receptor and blocks its action, resulting in temporary relief of the negative symptoms (runny nose, sneezing, watery and itchy eyes) brought on by histamine. Paracetamol relieves pain by elevation of the pain threshold and reduces fever by acting on the on the heat-regulating centre in your brain. Phenylephrine constricts blood vessels and reduces the blood flow to certain areas, thus decreasing swelling and allowing nasal and respiratory passages to open up.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION

COMMON

• Nausea
• Sleepiness
• Headache

RARE

• Allergic reactions (skin rash, itching, hives, swollen face, lips, or tongue)
• Breathing problem
• Vision changes
• Cold, clammy skin
• Dizziness
• Increased heart rate, irregular heartbeat
• High blood pressure
• Hallucinations, fits, shaking
• Trouble urinating or change in the amount of urine
• Extreme tiredness
• Vomiting
• Pain or cough gets worse
• Redness or swelling
• Fever worsening

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Dizziness Or Drowsiness

Lie down until dizziness is gone, then get up slowly. Move slowly and carefully, do not hurry. Get adequate rest. Drink plenty of water and other fluids. Avoid coffee, cigarettes and alcohol.

Headache

Drink ample amount of water. Get adequate rest. Try to be relaxed and stress free. Ask your doctor before taking any medicine for headache.

Nausea And Vomiting

Take regular sips of a cold drink. Have ginger or peppermint tea. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily or spicy foods. Get adequate rest. Drink lots of fluids, especially water. Do not take any medicine without asking your doctor.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY

MONITORING REQUIRED COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION should be used in pregnant women only if considered clearly necessary by your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking it.

BREASTFEEDING

MONITORING REQUIRED COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION should be used in breastfeeding women only if considered clearly necessary by your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking it.

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES

USE WITH CAUTION
Do not drive or use any machines during treatment with COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION. Consult your doctor for advice.

ALCOHOL

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Avoid consumption of alcohol with COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION. It should be used with caution in patients with alcohol dependence. Consult your doctor before taking COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION.

KIDNEY

USE WITH CAUTION COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION should be used with caution in patients having kidney dysfunction and urinary retention. Consult your doctor before taking it.

LIVER

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION is not recommended for use in patients with liver insufficiency, failure or active liver disease. COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION should be used with caution in patients with liver dysfunction. Consult your doctor before taking it.

ALLERGY

CONTRAINDICATED
Do not take COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION if you are allergic to Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol, Phenylephrine, or any other ingredients of this medicine.

LUNGS

USE WITH CAUTION
COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION should be used with caution in patients with chronic bronchitis, asthma, bronchiectasis, and cough that lasts long, or that occurs with too much phlegm. Consult your doctor before taking it.

HEART DISEASE

CONTRAINDICATED
COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION is not recommended in patients with severely high blood pressure or any other cardiovascular problems. Consult your doctor before taking it.

USE IN PEDIATRICS

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION is not recommended for use in children (aged less than 2 years). Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. Consult your doctor before taking it.

USE IN GERIATRICS

USE WITH CAUTION COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION should be used with caution in elderly patients as they may be at a greater risk of getting side effects. Consult your doctor before taking it.

OTHERS

COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION is not recommended for use if you have:
Diabetes
Overactive thyroid A condition in which there is increased pressure inside your eye
Seizures
An enlarged prostate gland Phaeochromocytoma (a tumor in adrenal gland) A blood clot that obstructs a vein Before taking COLDOVER P ORANGE FLAVOUR SUSPENSION, inform your doctor if you:
Have intestinal obstruction Smoke or consume tobacco