PRODUCT DETAILS

About Gencold Tablet

LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE is a cough and cold  medication primarily used to treat the allergies and common cold symptoms like sneezing, runny/stuffy nose, watery eyes, itchy nose/throat. The common cold is a respiratory illness affecting the nose and throat, mostly caused by viruses known as 'rhinovirus'. This virus attacks the body through the mouth, nose, or eyes and spreads easily through droplets in the air when a person who is sick sneezes, coughs, or talks.

Uses of Gencold Tablet

Allergies, Common cold

Medicinal Benefits of Gencold Tablet

LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE is primarily used to treat common cold symptoms and reduces symptoms of allergies. It is composed of three medicines, namely Levocetirizine (antihistamine), Phenylephrine (decongestant), and Paracetamol (analgesic and antipyretic). Levocetirizine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness. Phenylephrine helps in shrinking the blood vessels in the nostrils and the passage and reducing stuffy nose. Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as 'prostaglandins' responsible for pain and fever.

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Use LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE as prescribed by your doctor. Take LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE with or without food and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. Oral suspension: Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE in doses as prescribed by a doctor with a measuring cup.

Side Effects of Gencold Tablet

Like other medications, LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE also has certain side effects, but it is not mandatory for anyone to experience them. Some people may experience drowsiness, headache, tiredness, stomach upset, restlessness, and dry mouth. Most of these side effects of LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE if you are allergic to LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE or any of its ingredients, are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE. If you have high blood pressure,  kidney or liver disease, coronary artery disease, please do not take LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE as it is known to interact. Also, inform your doctor about all other medications you have been taking before starting LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE. Do not stop taking LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE even if you feel better without asking your doctor as your symptoms may come back and may even worsen your condition. LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE may cause drowsiness and sleepiness, so it is advised not to drive a car or operate machinery. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness. Do not take LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE if you have taken any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE may interact with blood thinners (warfarin, aspirin), antibiotics (chloramphenicol), high cholesterol-lowering medicines (cholestyramine), anti-sickness drugs (domperidone, metoclopramide), anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine), drugs used to reduce acid in the stomach (pantoprazole), anti-depressants (isocarboxazid, rasagiline, linezolid, tranylcypromine).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

If you have high blood pressure, kidney or liver problems, heart diseases like coronary artery disease, are receiving monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAO) therapy (antidepressant medicines), inform your doctor before taking LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• Avoid consumption of alcohol with LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE as it may increase drowsiness. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE.

PREGNANCY

• The safety of LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

BREAST FEEDING

• The safety of LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE in breastfeeding mothers is unknown. Therefore, it is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits are greater than the risks.

DRIVING

• LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE may cause drowsiness or tiredness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE.

LIVER

• Take LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

KIDNEY

• Take LEVOCETIRIZINE+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.