Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule 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.

Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule 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, Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule effectively reduces allergic symptoms.

Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule can be taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The duration of Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule will depend upon your condition. The most common side effects of Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule are drowsiness, dizziness, headache, dry mouth/nose/throat, upset stomach, constipation, or trouble sleeping. Most of these side effects of Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule 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 Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule. Please tell your doctor before starting Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule if you have a liver problem, are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule 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 Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule with any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) as it may lead to serious drug interaction.

Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule 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.

Do not take Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule if you are allergic to histamines, or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule. 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 Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule. Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule 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 Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule as it should not be taken during surgery. Do not take Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days.

• 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.
• Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule 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 Denycold CR 4mg/10mg Capsule.