Astharil Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Caffeine (30mg) + Diphenhydramine (25mg) + Paracetamol (500mg) + Phenylephrine (5mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Zoic Lifesciences |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Astharil Tablet is used to treat common cold symptoms, providing temporary relief from stuffiness in the nose and relieving allergy symptoms like runny nose and watery eyes. Astharil 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.
Astharil Tablet is a combination of four medicines: Caffeine, Diphenhydramine, Paracetamol, and Phenylephrine, which relieves common cold symptoms.
What is Astharil Tablet?
Astharil Tablet contains a combination of four ingredients: Paracetamol, Caffeine, Diphenhydramine, and Phenylephrine. This combination provides relief from symptoms associated with common colds like body aches, headache, fatigue, fever, watery eyes, sneezing, cough, sore throat, runny and stuffy nose.
Are there any foods I have to avoid while taking Astharil Tablet?
Astharil contains caffeine. It's recommended to avoid beverages containing caffeine, such as coffee, tea, cola drinks or chocolate. Alcohol consumption should also be avoided during treatment with this medicine.
Can the use of Astharil Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?
Yes, Astharil Tablet may cause drowsiness. It's advised to avoid driving a car, operating machinery, working at heights, or participating in potentially dangerous activities during the initial treatment until you understand how this medication affects your alertness.
Are there any serious side effects associated with the use of Astharil Tablet?
Serious side effects are uncommon with Astharil. If you experience allergic reactions, skin rash or peeling, mouth ulcers, breathing problems, unexplained bleeding, recurrent fevers or infections, vision disturbances, fast or irregular heartbeat, seek immediate medical attention.
Can I breastfeed while taking Astharil Tablet?
No, it is not recommended to breastfeed while using Astharil Tablet. The ingredient diphenhydramine can pass into breast milk and may harm the baby.
Will a higher than the recommended dose of Astharil Tablet be more effective?
No, taking a higher dose will not necessarily provide better symptom relief. Instead, it could increase the risk of serious side effects and toxicity. If your symptoms do not improve or worsen, consult with your doctor.
Are there any contraindications associated with use of Astharil Tablet?
It is not recommended to use Astharil Tablet if you have hypertension (high blood pressure), heart conditions, stomach ulcers or hyperthyroidism. Consult your doctor for individual advice on medication usage and potential contraindications.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Astharil Tablet?
Store this medicine in its original packaging, tightly closed, following the instructions provided with the product. If unused medication remains, dispose of it safely and ensure that it is not accessible to children or pets.
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. Astharil Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Astharil 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.
- Along with taking Astharil Tablet do the following simple tips at home to get relief: Steam inhalation, Gargling with warm saltwater, Apply vapor rubs on chest back if needed, Take enough rest, Take warm food and fluid only, Ensure adequate fluid intake, Advise hygiene measures to reduce spread: frequent hand-washing, avoiding sharing towels, pillowcase, etc.
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Astharil Tablet.
Breastfeed
Astharil Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy
Astharil 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.
