Recold Tablet
Description
Recold Tablets are common cold symptoms relieving medications. The primary use of Record tablets is to manage cold and allergic symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, and watery eyes. It can also low
er mild pain such as headaches, body pains, etc. A few side effects of Recold tablets have been noted, such as drowsiness, nausea, etc.; however, it is rare to have an allergic reaction to this medication. The three main active ingredients in Recold tablets are Paracetamol, Chlorpheniramine, and Caffeine. The mode of action of Recold tablets is by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain, inflammation, and fever. This produces an anti-inflammatory action that reduces fever, redness, swelling, etc. This medicine also contains an antihistamine, which helps reduce allergy symptoms. It is better to follow your doctor’s directions for use of Recold tablets correctly. If you have any stomach bleeding or perforation, inform your doctor. Also, people with kidney or liver issues should inform the doctor of their health status at the time of prescription of Recold tablets. This medicine is usually best when taken with food, otherwise, it can upset your stomach. Do not take Recold tablets more or use them for longer than recommended.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹75.86 |
You Save | ₹10.34 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine+Pseudoephedrine+Paracetamol / Acetaminophen |
Uses | Moderate to severe pain |
Side effects | Nausea, Vomiting, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Constipation, Headache, Stomach pain, Shortness of breath |
Therapy | COUGH COLD PREPARATION |
Uses of Recold Tablet
- As per CDSCO, Recold tablets are used in the following conditions.
- Common cold or an allergic condition such as sneezing, runny nose, fever, headache, etc.
- Mild pain for a short duration (about 5-7 days)
Contraindications of Recold Tablet
- If you have a known allergy to paracetamol, chlorpheniramine or the other main components of Recold tablets.
- If you have stomach bleeding or perforation.
- If you have liver failure or other conditions that affect the liver's functioning.
- If you are using medications with similar composition.
- If you had a severe head injury or trauma.
- If you have severe kidney-related disorders.
- If you have obstructive breathing issues like asthma.
- If your body has been in sudden shock with not enough blood to pump to all parts.
- If you have a previous history of alcohol or substance abuse.
- Note - If you are a child or adolescent under 17, this medicine contains caffeine; not recommended for children.
Side effects of Recold Tablet
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Abdominal pain
- Depression
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Stomach pain
- Shortness of breath
Precautions and Warnings of Recold Tablet
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have a seizure disorder.
- You are an older adult over the age of 65; the dose of this medicine should be carefully observed to prevent serious side effects.
- You have been diagnosed with active liver inflammation like Hepatitis C infection.
- You consume alcohol every day.
- You suffer from malnutrition.
- You are vomiting for any reason.
- You have kidney disease, a heart condition or a liver disorder.
- You have a surgical or dental procedure planned.
- You consume any ayurvedic or herbal medicines or supplements.
Mode of Action of Recold Tablet
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Recold Tablet
- Take Recold tablets exactly as advised by your doctor.
- It is better not to increase the dosage, even if you cannot notice the effects of this medicine.
- Take Recold tablets as a whole with a glass of water; do not break or chew this tablet.
- Take this medication on time.
- Try to take this medicine should be taken with food to prevent stomach problems.
- Check the expiration date before using it.
- Do not consume this medicine if its packaging is broken.
Interactions of Recold Tablet
Interactions with other medicines
- Do not take Recold tablets with other pain medications, whether similar or different components. This can cause serious adverse effects like drowsiness, respiratory depression, etc. It can also damage the liver....
- If you use this syrup with other antihistamines or anti-allergy medicines like cetirizine and diphenhydramine can increase the effects of drowsiness.
- If you use Recold tablets along with blood thinner such as warfarin, the interactions can increase the risk of bleeding.
- Try not to take Recold tablets with other medicines like sleeping pills (zolpidem), muscle relaxants, cold medicine, antihistamines (allergy medications), etc. All these can increase drowsiness in the user....
Interactions with food items
- Try to avoid drinking excess coffee or caffeine products such as cola, excess chocolate, energy drinks, etc. This medicine already contains caffeine. There are no known severe interactions of these tablets with food. However, take this medicine after eating to prevent stomach issues....
Storage and disposal of Recold Tablet
Dosage of Recold Tablet
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details

Dr. Varsha Parihar
MBBS, MD (Community Medicine)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How long can I take Recold tablets safely?
Q: Can I take a Recold tablet if I am using other medications for cold and cough?
Q: Is it ok to use a Recold tablet with other pain relievers if I am still in pain?
References
- Chlorpheniramine: Medlineplus drug information [Internet]. MedlinePlus. U.S. National Library of Medicine; [cited 2022 Mar 18]. Available from
- Paracetamol for adults: painkiller to treat aches, pains and fever. NHS choices. NHS; [cited 2022 Mar 18]. Available from
- Moderate daily caffeine intake during pregnancy may lead to smaller birth size [Internet]. National Institutes of Health. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services; 2021 [cited 2022 Mar 18]. Available from:
- Caffeine [Internet]. Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. U.S. National Library of Medicine; 2021 [cited 2022 Mar 18]. Available from
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