Kolderon Plus Tablets

Kolderon Plus Tablets is a combination medicine. It is used to improve symptoms of common cold & allergy such as sneezing, runny nose. This contains phenylephrine, diphenhydramine, paracetamol and caffeine.

Paracetamol belongs to a group of medicines called NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), phenylephrine is decongestant, diphenhydramine is anti-allergic agent while caffeine is a stimulant. Take Kolderon Plus Tablets as directed by the doctor.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose may include vomiting, nausea, chest pain, drowsiness, agitation, tremors, irregular heart beats. If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of Kolderon Plus Tablets , contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of Kolderon Plus Tablets , take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Certain chemicals (prostaglandins) released in the body are responsible for fever and pain. Paracetamol having analgesic and antipyretic properties block the effect of these chemicals and help to relieve fever and mild painful conditions like body ache.
• In sinus inflammation (sinusitis), blood flow in the nose and sinuses increases which produces symptoms like stuffy nose and breathing difficulties
• Phenylephrine is a decongestant that constricts the blood vessels in the nose and sinuses and thus improves symptoms like stuffy nose and improves breathing. Some chemical substances when released in the body, produce allergic symptoms like runny nose, stuffy nose, coughing, sneezing, red and watery eyes.
• Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine that blocks the effects of allergic chemicals and provides relief from the symptoms. Caffeine is a stimulant that decreases the drowsiness of this medicine and increases the effectiveness of Paracetamol.

Directions for Use

• Kolderon Plus Tablets should be taken as directed by your doctor.
• Swallow it whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
• Take it at a fixed time for optimal results.
• Do not consume it more than that recommended by the doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Kolderon Plus Tablets during pregnancy?

Kolderon Plus Tablets should not be used during pregnancy, consult your doctor before using it.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Kolderon Plus Tablets while breastfeeding?

Kolderon Plus Tablets is not recommended while breastfeeding as its components may pass into breast milk. Consult your doctor before using it.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Kolderon Plus Tablets ?

Avoid driving if you feel dizzy and sleepy after taking Kolderon Plus Tablets .

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Kolderon Plus Tablets ?

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Kolderon Plus Tablets as it may worsen the side effects of this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have any problems with your heart liver or kidneys
• You suffer from any stomach or intestine problems like ulcers
• You have asthma, bronchitis or COPD
• You have an enlarged prostate or difficulty in passing urine
• You are suffering from blood vessel disease (Raynaud’s Phenomenon)
• You are taking other medicines containing paracetamol
• You are suffering from severe infection as it may increase the risk of metabolic acidosis (breathing problem, vomiting or loss of appetite)
• You have a condition causing muscle weakness
• You have fits
• You are alcoholic or are suffering from chronic malnutrition
• Kolderon Plus Tablets is not recommended for use in children less than 16 years old.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to any ingredients of Kolderon Plus Tablets s
• If you are suffering from any heart, liver or kidney problems
• If you have glaucoma or diabetes
• If you have high blood pressure or an overactive thyroid or
• If you have any history of stomach ulcer
• If you have porphyria
• If you suffer from a condition called pheochromocytoma (tumour of adrenal gland characterized by high blood pressure)
• If you have taken or are taking medicines used for psychiatric illness (phenelzine and amitriptyline) and beta-blockers (a type of medicine used to lower your blood pressure)

Side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Dry mouth
• Altered attention

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Kolderon Plus Tablets works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Especially if you are taking medicines to treat psychiatric illness, heart conditions, glaucoma, asthma, migraine, vomiting or are taking blood thinners.
• This medicine should not be concomitantly used along with medicines to treat psychiatric illness (Isocarboxazid, Amitriptyline) or beta-blockers used to treat blood pressure (Atenolol, Propranolol).
• Concomitant use of this medicine along with Cholestyramine (colestyramine is used to lower cholesterol levels) decreases the effect of this medicine. Hence, Cholestyramine should not be taken within an hour.

Storage and disposal

• Store Kolderon Plus Tablets in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
• Keep the medicine away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can Kolderon Plus Tablets be used in children?

No, Kolderon Plus Tablets is not recommended for children below 16 years of age.

Does Kolderon Plus Tablets cause dizziness?

Yes, Kolderon Plus Tablets can make you feel dizzy.

What is the composition of Kolderon Plus Tablets ?

The composition of Kolderon Plus Tablets contains phenylephrine, diphenhydramine, paracetamol and caffeine, as its active ingredients.

Is Kolderon Plus Tablets an antibiotic?

No, Kolderon Plus Tablets is not an antibiotic. It contains analgesic (relief pain) and antiallergic medicine. It provides relief from the allergic symptoms of cold and flu mainly.

What is Kolderon Plus Tablets used for?

Kolderon Plus Tablets is used to relieve the symptoms of a common cold like a blocked nose, fever, chills and breathing difficulty due to sinus inflammation and associated pain. It also helps relieve allergic symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing.