Pregnancy interaction

• Cetirizine: Generally thought to be safe during pregnancy, but only use it if you really need to.
• Not recommended during pregnancy, especially in the first trimester, because it may restrict blood supply to the placenta.
• Paracetamol (if present): Safe to consume during pregnancy in the right amounts.
• In general, only use if your doctor tells you to. Don't take medicine on your own when pregnant.

FAQs for Medicine?

Q1: What is the purpose of Coldmine Syrup?

It helps with cold symptoms like a runny nose, sneezing, coughing, stuffy nose, fever, and moderate body aches.

Q2. Is Coldmine safe for kids?

Yes, but the dosage must be exactly what the pediatrician says.

Q3: Is it okay to eat it?

Yes, you can take it with or without food.

Q4. Does Coldmine make you sleepy?

Yes, it may make you sleepy because it has an antihistamine in it (cetirizine/chlorpheniramine).

Q5. Does it make you want to do it again?

No, it doesn't make you want to do it again.

Q6: Is it safe to take when breastfeeding?

A little amount of antihistamines may go into breast milk, so it's best to talk to your doctor.

Expert advice

• Don't drive or use heavy machinery after taking the syrup because it could make you sleepy.
• Don't drink alcohol while you're taking this drug.
• Drink plenty of water to ease inflammation in your throat and nose.
• Unless your doctor tells you to, don't take any other antihistamines or cold drugs with Coldmine.
• See your doctor if your symptoms last longer than three days.
• Not safe for anyone with high blood pressure, heart disease, thyroid problems, or glaucoma to take without a doctor present (because of phenylephrine).

Side effects

• Sleepiness
• Mouth is dry
• Dizzy
• Feeling sick
• Headache
• Not as common:
• Faster heart rate
• Can't sleep
• Being nervous
• Pain in the stomach
• If you need medical treatment,
• A very bad allergic reaction
• Breathing problems
• Chest discomfort or palpitations

How It Works

• Stops histamine from working, which helps with a runny nose, sneezing, and watery eyes.
• Phenylephrine (decongestant)
• Constricts blood vessels in the nose, which helps clear up nasal congestion and blockage.
• Paracetamol (if it's in there)
• Stops chemicals that cause pain (prostaglandins) from working, which lowers temperature and eases physical pain.

Medicines interaction

• MAO inhibitors, such as selegiline and linezolid
• Drugs for high blood pressure
• Other cough and cold syrups, antihistamines
• Booze
• Medicines for the thyroid
• Beta-blockers
• Tell your doctor if you take:
• Antidepressants
• Drugs that lower blood pressure
• Drugs that help with anxiety
• Any medicines that help you sleep or calm down

How to Use

• Before you use it, shake it well.
• Follow your doctor's instructions for how much to take.
• Usually given two to three times a day, depending on age and how bad it is.
• For precision, use a spoon or measuring cup.
• Do not take more than the suggested amount.
• For kids, the dose must be based on their weight and age.

Uses/indications

• The common cold
• Nose running
• Coughing
• Blocked nose or nasal congestion
• Allergic rhinitis
• A mild fever (if paracetamol is present)
• Body aches that come with a cold