Paracetamol + Phenylephrine HCL + Caffeine + Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride Tablets are used for the relief of symptoms of a common cold including a runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, and a blocked nose with fever and bore the brand name “5-ZINE-D.” The viruses that cause the common cold infect the nose and throat.
Paracetamol + Phenylephrine HCL + Caffeine + Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride Tablets contain Paracetamol, Diphenhydramine, Phenylephrine, and Caffeine as active ingredients. This blocks the action of substances that provoke allergic reactions.
Medical Benefits
- Paracetamol stops the brain from producing prostaglandins – chemicals that are messengers and are involved in pain and fever.
- It works by blocking the effects of histamine, a substance that helps ’cause’ allergic reactions.
- Phenylephrine shrinks the blood vessels in the nose so that the stuffy nose can be reduced.
- Caffeine is a stimulant that increases the effect of paracetamol. It can help to relieve allergic symptoms like sneezing, running nose, watery eyes itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness.
Directions For Use
- Take Swallow Paracetamol + Phenylephrine HCL + Caffeine + Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride Tablets in the manner as directed by your doctor.
- The food is supposed to be taken with the pill to prevent stomach complications.
- Do not chew nor crush the tablet.
- Make sure your child doesn’t get this medication in any shape or form.
Storage
- Don’t put it where kids can get at it in case of an incident.
- Put them in a cool place where the tablets are closed and are not affected by heat or light on a shelf.
- Close the container properly after each use to maintain the quality of the supplements.
Precautions
- Do not use without medical advice if you are taking MAO inhibitors (e.g., isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine), cough medications (such as codeine, hydrocodone), sedatives (such as alprazolam, lorazepam, zolpidem), or other medications.
- Alcohol may increase the risk of side effects, so avoid it.
- If you become drowsy symptoms include drowsiness, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.
- Do not give Paracetamol + Phenylephrine HCL + Caffeine + Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride Tablets to children under 6 years old. Consult a doctor before giving it.
Side Effects
- Nervousness
- Fast or uneven heart rate
- Mood changes
- Trouble sleeping
- Anxiety
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the use of this medicine?
It helps to treat symptoms of the common cold.
How does it work?
It helps by blocking substances that cause allergic reactions.
Can I use it if I’m taking antidepressants?
No, do not use it if you’ve taken antidepressants in the last 14 days. Always tell your doctor about any other medications or supplements you are using.