allergix cold care tablet
What is allergix cold care tablet used for?
Alerid Cold Tablet (Cetirizine + Paracetamol) is used to treat RESPIRATORY. It contains Cetirizine (5mg) + Paracetamol (325mg), which Cetirizine: Selective H1 receptor antagonist; Paracetamol: COX inhibition in CNS. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Cetirizine + Paracetamol
- Manufacturer: Medix Biocare
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ allergix cold care tablet Uses & Benefits
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Cetirizine + Paracetamol |
| Brand Name | Alerid Cold Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Medix Biocare |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | Antihistamine + Analgesic/Antipyretic |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Cetirizine: Selective H1 receptor antagonist; Paracetamol: COX inhibition in CNS, antipyretic via hypothalamic heat-regulating center.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take allergix cold care tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of allergix cold care tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Fatigue
- Dry mouth
- Nausea
- Headache
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Hepatotoxicity
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Anaphylaxis
- Blood dyscrasias
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Tachycardia
- Urinary retention
- Blurred vision
- Confusion
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | Major | Increased hepatotoxicity risk and CNS depression |
| Warfarin | Major | Increased INR and bleeding risk |
| MAOIs | Major | Increased anticholinergic effects |
| CNS depressants | Major | Additive sedation |
| Isoniazid | Major | Increased hepatotoxicity risk |
| Carbamazepine | Moderate | Decreased paracetamol efficacy |
| Phenytoin | Moderate | Decreased paracetamol efficacy |
| Rifampin | Moderate | Decreased paracetamol efficacy |
| Zidovudine | Moderate | Increased neutropenia risk |
| Chloramphenicol | Minor | Increased chloramphenicol half-life |
| Metoclopramide | Minor | Increased paracetamol absorption |
| Probenecid | Minor | Decreased paracetamol clearance |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Alcohol
- CNS depressants
- MAOIs
- Warfarin
- Isoniazid
โก Moderate Interactions
- Barbiturates
- Carbamazepine
- Phenytoin
- Rifampin
- Zidovudine
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Chloramphenicol
- Metoclopramide
- Probenecid
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Food may delay absorption of paracetamol; grapefruit juice may increase cetirizine levels.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Increased risk of hepatotoxicity with paracetamol; additive CNS depression with cetirizine.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to any component, severe hepatic impairment, acute liver disease.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Liver function tests (if prolonged use or overdose), renal function, CBC.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Cetirizine: Excreted in milk, use caution; Paracetamol: Compatible.
๐ Overdose Management
Paracetamol overdose: N-acetylcysteine; Cetirizine overdose: supportive care, activated charcoal.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose. Do not double.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
โญ User Reviews
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
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