Caffeine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Paracetamol/acetaminophen + Phenylpropanolamine

Dosage forms available

• Caffeine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Paracetamol/Acetaminophen + Phenylpropanolamine is available for oral use in the form of tablets and syrup.

Age and dose restrictions

• This medicine is meant for adults and children above 12 years of age.

Contraindications

• This medicine is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.

• It is also contraindicated in patients with severe hypertension or coronary artery disease.

• Individuals who have taken MAO inhibitors within the last 14 days should avoid this medicine.

Other medications to avoid

• This combination may interact with antihistamines (such as diphenhydramine and cetirizine), antidepressants (like duloxetine, fluoxetine, and sertraline), anti-convulsants (including pregabalin and topiramate), narcotic analgesics (such as morphine, methadone, and oxycodone), and anti-psychotics (like quetiapine).

Overdose and missed dose

• An overdose of this medicine may present symptoms such as extreme drowsiness or excitation, hallucinations, convulsions, palpitations, hypertension, and potentially severe liver damage due to paracetamol toxicity. Immediate medical attention is required.

• If a dose is missed, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Management of side effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• To manage jitteriness from caffeine, consider taking the medicine earlier in the day.

• For dry mouth caused by chlorpheniramine maleate, sip water regularly or chew sugar-free gum to keep your mouth moist.

Use in driving and operating machinery

• This medication may affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery. Due to potential side effects such as drowsiness or dizziness induced by chlorpheniramine maleate, it is advised to avoid such activities until you know how the medication affects you.

Use in pregnancy and lactation

• The use of Caffeine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Paracetamol/Acetaminophen + Phenylpropanolamine during pregnancy and lactation is advised only under medical supervision. Consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Caution in other conditions

• Special caution should be observed when using this medicine in individuals with diabetes, thyroid disorders, glaucoma, or an enlarged prostate gland due to the presence of phenylpropanolamine.

• Elderly patients should also use this medicine cautiously due to increased sensitivity to its effects.

Special dietary and lifestyle recommendations

For managing cold symptoms effectively while using Caffeine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Paracetamol/Acetaminophen + Phenylpropanolamine:

• Increase fluid intake to help alleviate congestion.

• Maintain a balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals that support immune function.

• Ensure adequate rest to help your body fight off the infection more efficiently.

• Avoid smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke which can worsen respiratory symptoms.

• Practice good hygiene such as washing hands frequently to prevent the spread of viruses.

• Use a humidifier in your room to ease breathing and soothe irritated nasal passages.