Zincold Syrup

Zincold Syrup belongs to a class of medications called ‘Cough, and cold preparations’ used to treat the common cold and allergic symptoms such as a runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes and blocked nose. The common cold is a nose and throat respiratory illness caused by ‘rhinoviruses’. Allergies are immune system reactions to foreign bodies or allergens such as certain foods, chemicals, pet dander or pollen.

Zincold Syrup contains Cetirizine, Paracetamol, Phenylephrine, and Zinc. Cetirizine is an antihistamine (anti-allergic drug) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling or congestion. Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever). It works by inhibiting prostaglandin's production (chemical messengers) that are responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that contracts and narrows the blood vessels of nasal passages and airways, reducing swelling and stuffy nose. Zinc is a nutritional supplement that helps to fight infection and provides quick relief from the symptoms.

Zincold Syrup is available in the form of tablets and syrup. You should take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Zincold Syrup are nausea (feeling sick), vomiting (being sick), drowsiness, headache, tiredness, stomach upset, restlessness, dry mouth, flushing (reddening of the skin) and anorexia (loss of appetite). These side effects are usually mild and temporary. However, consult your doctor immediately if these side effects persist or worsen.

Do not take Zincold Syrup if you are allergic to any contents of it. Before taking Zincold Syrup, inform your doctor if you have hypertension (high blood pressure), heart diseases, urination problems, epilepsy (fits), thyroid disorders, kidney diseases and liver failure. Do not take Zincold Syrup if you use sleeping pills or medicines to treat depression. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Zincold Syrup may cause drowsiness, so do not take alcohol as it causes excessive drowsiness. Also, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you are drowsy. Zincold Syrup should be used with caution in children and elderly people as they may require dose adjustments.

Zincold Syrup contains Cetirizine, Paracetamol, Phenylephrine, and Zinc. Cetirizine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion or stiffness. Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as 'prostaglandins responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine helps in shrinking the blood vessels in the nostrils and the nasal passage and reducing stuffy nose. Zinc is a nutritional supplement that helps to fight infection and provides quick relief from the symptoms. Together, Zincold Syrup can effectively treat common cold and allergy symptoms.

Do not take Zincold Syrup if you have taken medicines to treat depression in the past 14 days. Before taking Zincold Syrup, inform your doctor if you are taking sleeping pills. Zincold Syrup syrup contains sucrose, so use this medicine with caution in patients with intolerance to sugars. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any difficulty urinating as Zincold Syrup may cause urination problems. If you are pregnant or a breastfeeding mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Zincold Syrup. Zincold Syrup is given to pregnant women after a risk/benefit assessment. Zincold Syrup may decrease breast milk production, and it should be used with caution in breastfeeding mothers.

If you are undergoing an allergy test, the doctor might advise you to stop Zincold Syrup 3 days before the test as this medicine may interfere with the test results.