Zincold Lp Tablets
Zincold Lp Tablets Description
Zincold Lp Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat the symptoms of sinusitis, common cold and flu. It contains a combination of 4 active ingredients- paracetamol, caffeine, levocetirizine and
phenylephrine. It works by the combined action of its active components. Paracetamol helps in reducing body temperature, phenylephrine is a nasal decongestant and helps in the stuffed and congested nose, levocetirizine is an anti-allergic medicine and caffeine is a stimulant. Zincold Lp Tablet should not be taken for more than the prescribed quantity and duration. If the fever or other symptoms persists for more than three days, consult your doctor.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹28.88 |
You Save | ₹3.94 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Caffeine + Levocetirizine + Paracetamol + Phenylephrine |
Uses | Sinus, common cold and flu |
Side effects | Dry mouth, sore throat, dizziness, nausea and vomiting |
Therapy | COUGH COLD PREPARATION |
Uses of Zincold Lp Tablets
Contraindications of Zincold Lp Tablets
- If you are allergic to paracetamol, caffeine, levocetirizine, phenylephrine or any other ingredient of Zincold Lp Tablet.
- If you have a kidney or liver problem.
- If you have a condition of overactive thyroid, high blood pressure or any kind of heart disorder.
Side effects of Zincold Lp Tablets
- Sleepiness
- Tiredness
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Sore throat
- Vomiting
Precautions and Warnings of Zincold Lp Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You are already taking any other medicines containing paracetamol for cold and flu.
- You are taking medicines for heart and brain-related conditions.
- You have any liver-related disorder or liver dysfunction.
- It is advised not to take Zincold Lp Tablet for more than 7 days, without consulting a doctor.
- Zincold Lp Tablet is not recommended for children below 16 years old.
- Avoid too much caffeine in drinks like coffee and tea.
Mode of Action of Zincold Lp Tablets
How Does It Work?
- Zincold Lp Tablet medicine works by the combined action of its 4 active components.
- Paracetamol helps in reducing fever. It reduces fever by inhibiting chemical substances that cause an increase in temperature and also acts as a pain killer.
- Phenylephrine acts by constricting the blood vessels around the nose and thus, reduces swelling. This helps in clearing the blocked nose.
- Caffeine is a mild stimulant that reduced tiredness. It stimulates the nervous system and improves the pain-relieving action of paracetamol.
- Levocetirizine acts by blocking a substance in the body called histamine. Histamine is responsible for all allergy-related symptoms such as cold, running nose, rashes and itching. Thus it helps to decrease allergy symptoms and hives....
Directions for Use of Zincold Lp Tablets
- Take it exactly as told by the doctor, preferably after a meal, to avoid stomach discomfort.
- It should be swallowed whole with a sufficient amount of liquid.
Interactions of Zincold Lp Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Zincold Lp Tablet works and Zincold Lp itself can affect the action of other medicines.
- Tell your doctor if you are taking or might take any other medicines, supplements or herbals.
- In particular, if you are taking anti-depressant medicines, anticoagulant medicines like warfarin, anti-convulsant medicines, anti-gout medicines (like probenecid) and anti-HIV medicines like zidovudine, etc....
- Other medicines that should be used with caution are oral contraceptives, medicines for liver disorders, typhoid medicines, etc.
Storage and disposal of Zincold Lp Tablets
Dosage of Zincold Lp Tablets
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Nancy Dixit
B. Pharm, M. Pharm
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can Zincold Lp Tablet be given to children?
Q: Does Zincold Lp Tablet contain any antibiotics?
Q: Is Zincold Lp Tablet safe in pregnancy?
Q: Can I take Zincold Lp Tablet for fever?
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