Nefcold Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Caffeine (30mg) + Diphenhydramine (25mg) + Paracetamol (325mg) + Phenylephrine (5mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Gurgrace Pharmaceuticals |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Nefcold 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. Nefcold 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.
Nefcold Tablet is a combination of four medicines: Caffeine, Diphenhydramine, Paracetamol, and Phenylephrine, which relieves common cold symptoms.
What is Nefcold Tablet?
Nefcold Tablet is a combination of four medicines: Paracetamol, Caffeine, Diphenhydramine, and Phenylephrine. This combination is used to relieve the symptoms of common cold such as body aches, headaches, fatigue, fever, watery eyes, sneezing, cough, sore throat, runny, and stuffy nose.
Are there any foods which I have to avoid while taking Nefcold Tablet?
Nefcold Tablet contains caffeine. It's advisable to avoid other foods or drinks that contain caffeine such as coffee, tea, cola drinks, and chocolate. Also, avoid alcohol (beer, wine etc) while you are taking this medication.
Can the use of Nefcold Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?
Yes, Nefcold Tablet can make you feel drowsy or sleepy. It is recommended to avoid driving a car, operating machinery, working at heights, or any potentially dangerous activity until you know how this medicine affects you.
Are there any serious side effects associated with the use of Nefcold Tablet?
Serious side effects with Nefcold Tablet are uncommon and rare. Inform 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.
Can I breastfeed while taking Nefcold Tablet?
No, it is not advisable to breastfeed while using Nefcold Tablet. This medicine contains diphenhydramine, an antihistamine, which may pass into the breast milk and harm the baby. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Will a higher than the recommended dose of Nefcold Tablet be more effective?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective; rather it might increase the chances of serious side effects and toxicity. If the recommended doses do not relieve your symptoms or there is an increase in the severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.
Are there any contraindications associated with use of Nefcold Tablet?
It is not recommended to use Nefcold 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), unless advised by the doctor. Also, avoid using this medicine if you are taking antidepressant drugs called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) like phenelzine and isocarboxazid or tricyclic antidepressants such as imipramine and amitriptyline.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Nefcold Tablet?
Store this medication in its original packaging tightly closed. Follow the instructions on the label to manage the storage duration. Dispose of unused medicine properly and ensure it is not consumed by pets, children, or other people.
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. Nefcold Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- 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 or uneven heartbeat, severe dizziness or anxiety, severe headache, fever, or rash.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any antidepressants.
- Along with taking Nefcold 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.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Nefcold Tablet.
Breastfeed
Nefcold 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
Nefcold 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.
