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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
48 Hrs returnable
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Micro Labs Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIALLERGIC

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No. 28 Sundar Industrial Estate,N.T.Y Layout Mysore Road , Bangalore - 560026, India
Other Info - ALL0346

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FAQs

Allercet Cold Syrup contains Chlorpheniramine maleate and Phenylephrine. Chlorpheniramine maleate blocks histamine in the body, which is known to cause allergic symptoms. Phenylephrine helps in shrinking the blood vessels in the nasal passage, thereby reducing the stuffy nose. Together, both of them effectively reduce the symptoms of cold and allergies.

It is not recommended to take Allercet Cold Syrup and any anti-depressant medication as it may lead to unpleasant side effects or drug interaction. Also, Allercet Cold Syrup should be taken at least 15 days after your last dose of anti-depressants.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take Allercet Cold Syrup and skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Allercet Cold Syrup is known to cause drowsiness and sleepiness. Hence, you are recommended to take it in the nighttime if you are experiencing excessive drowsiness in the day and avoid driving or doing anything that requires mental alertness.

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Alcohol

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Allercet Cold Syrup may cause excessive dizziness when taken with alcohol, so, alcohol intake should be avoided.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Allercet Cold Syrup should be used only if the doctor prescribes it.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult the doctor before taking the Allercet Cold Syrup if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Allercet Cold Syrup is known to cause drowsiness and sleepiness. So, drive only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Allercet Cold Syrup to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Allercet Cold Syrup to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Caution

Allercet Cold Syrup is not recommended for children below the age of 4 years. For children aged above four years, use Allercet Cold Syrup only when prescribed by a child specialist.

About Allercet Cold Syrup

Allercet Cold Syrup belongs to the combination medication called 'anti-allergic' primarily used to treat symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, allergies and other breathing problems like sinusitis and bronchitis. An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements known as 'allergens.' Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. Whereas, others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander.

Allercet Cold Syrup contains two medicines namely: Chlorpheniramine maleate (anti-histamine/anti-allergic) and Phenylephrine (decongestant). Chlorpheniramine maleate blocks the release of histamine in the body, which is known to cause allergic symptoms. On the other hand, Phenylephrine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nasal passage, thereby reducing the stuffy nose. Together, Allercet Cold Syrup effectively reduces allergic symptoms.

Allercet Cold Syrup can be taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The duration of Allercet Cold Syrup will depend upon your condition. The most common side effects of Allercet Cold Syrup are drowsiness, dizziness, headache, dry mouth/nose/throat, upset stomach, constipation, or trouble sleeping. Most of these side effects of Allercet Cold Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components of Allercet Cold Syrup. Please tell your doctor before starting Allercet Cold Syrup if you have a liver problem, are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Allercet Cold Syrup may cause drowsiness and sleepiness, so it is advised not to drive or operate machinery. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness. Do not take Allercet Cold Syrup with any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) as it may lead to serious drug interaction.

Uses of Allercet Cold Syrup

Common cold, Allergies

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Medicinal Benefits

Allercet Cold Syrup is a combination drug containing Chlorpheniramine maleate (antihistamine/antiallergic) and phenylephrine (decongestant), primarily used to treat common cold symptoms like runny nose, congestion, watery eyes, and sneezing. Chlorpheniramine maleate is an antihistamine that blocks histamine in the body, which is known to cause common cold symptoms. Phenylephrine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nasal passage, thereby reducing the stuffy nose. Together, both of them effectively reduce allergic and cold symptoms.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Oral Suspension/syrup: Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Side Effects of Allercet Cold Syrup

  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Dry Mouth/Nose/Throat
  • Upset of stomach
  • Constipation
  • Trouble sleeping

Drug Warnings

Do not take Allercet Cold Syrup if you are allergic to histamines, or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Allercet Cold Syrup. Inform your doctor if you have cardiovascular disease, asthma, kidney or liver disease, diabetes, glaucoma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, benign prostatic hyperplasia. Also, inform your doctor about all other medications you have taken before starting Allercet Cold Syrup. Allercet Cold Syrup may cause drowsiness and sleepiness, so it is advised not to drive or operate machinery unless you are alert. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness. If you are due to undergo any surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Allercet Cold Syrup as it should not be taken during surgery. Do not take Allercet Cold Syrup if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml with Sevoflurane can increase the levels of Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml and lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml with Sevoflurane is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml with Propofol may lead to increased levels of Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml leading to side effects like high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml with Propofol is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Selegiline with Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml together can raise blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Selegiline with Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml is not recommended, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, fits, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and/or fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Furazolidone with Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml can cause an increase in high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Furazolidone with Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden and severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sweating, lightheadedness, fainting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, consult the doctor immediately. It is advised to use Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml only after 14 days of stopping Furazolidone.
How does the drug interact with Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml and Potassium chloride (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml with Potassium chloride it not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChlorpheniraminePotassium citrate
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How does the drug interact with Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml and Potassium citrate (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml with Potassium citrate is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PhenylephrineMethysergide
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How does the drug interact with Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml and Methysergide together may lead to side effects like increased blood pressure, stomach problems, and gangrene (death of tissues, usually in the arm or leg, that may require surgical treatment).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml and Methysergide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, blue or purple discoloration of fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, severe headache, irregular heartbeat, breathing difficulties, blurred vision, confusion, and/or slurred speech, consult the doctor immediately.
PhenylephrineIsoflurane
Severe
How does the drug interact with Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml with Isoflurane may lead to increased side effects of Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml with Isoflurane can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml with Procarbazine raises blood pressure excessively which may show serious effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Allercet Cold Syrup 60 ml and Procarbazine together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you develop a sudden, severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, chest pain, nausea, vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (particularly on one side of the body), difficulty speaking, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, or fainting, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

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Special Advise

  • It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. It might help reduce the severity of your symptoms.
  • Allercet Cold Syrup may interfere with certain lab tests like brain scan for Parkinson's disease, and urine drug screening tests. So before undergoing these tests please let the doctor know that you are taking Allercet Cold Syrup.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drinking liquids at room temperature can alleviate cough, runny nose, and sneezing.
  • The immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick. An individual can exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
  • To stay fit and safe, try to sleep at least 8 hours each night.
  • It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc and certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.
  • Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.

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