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Histacure Cold Tablet
Manufactured byMAY AND BAKER PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsLevocetirizine (5 mg) + Phenylephrine (5 mg) + Paracetamol (325 mg)
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Description
Histacure Cold Tablet is a combination of Levocetirizine, Phenylephrine and Paracetamol. It is used to treat the symptoms of common cold such as sneezing, runny nose, cough, watery eyes, nasal congestion, etc. along with pain and fever.
Histacure Cold Tablet shows side effects such as sleepiness, diarrhoea, nausea, dryness in the mouth, dizziness, headache, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms stay for a long time or if they become severe.
Histacure Cold Tablet may be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor. In case of a missed dose, take it as soon as you remember, provided it is not time for the next dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Histacure Cold Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems, high blood pressure, or diabetes. It is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
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List of substitutes for Histacure Cold Tablet
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Histacure Cold Tablet
Headache
Sleepiness
Tiredness
Dry mouth
Nausea and Vomiting
Dizziness
Diarrhoea
Difficulty or painful urination
Increase in blood pressure
Uses of Histacure Cold Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Common Cold
Common cold is a viral infection of your nose and throat. The symptoms include sneezing, runny nose, sore throat, watery eyes, nasal congestion, etc. Histacure Cold Tablet is used to provide relief from the symptoms of common cold. It also reduces pain and fever.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
Histacure Cold Tablet shows its effect within 30 to 60 minutes.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
It is not known how long Histacure Cold Tablet remains active in your body.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Histacure Cold Tablet. It increases the risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty in concentration, nausea, etc. It may also affect your liver and cause damage.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendency has been reported with Histacure Cold Tablet.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Due to the lack of sufficient safety data during pregnancy, the risk of this medicine to the developing foetus is not known. If you are pregnant, use Histacure Cold Tablet only if prescribed by your doctor.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Histacure Cold Tablet passes into breastmilk. Hence, if you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Allergy
Histacure Cold Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any worsening of your allergic symptoms such as skin rash, swelling and/or itching (especially in your face, lips, throat), sneezing, breathing difficulty, etc after taking this medicine.
Severe kidney impairment
Histacure Cold Tablet is not recommended for use if you have severe kidney problems. This medicine is removed from your body through the kidneys and impaired kidney functions may lead to an increased risk of side effects.
Severe liver impairment
Histacure Cold Tablet is not recommended for use if you have severe liver problems as it may worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Due to the lack of sufficient safety data during pregnancy, the risk of this medicine to the developing foetus is not known. If you are pregnant, use Histacure Cold Tablet only if prescribed by your doctor.
Breast-feeding
Histacure Cold Tablet passes into breastmilk. Hence, if you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Driving or operating machines
Histacure Cold Tablet may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience such symptoms, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines.
Other medicines
Histacure Cold Tablet may interact with other medicines and increase the risk of side effects. Inform your doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs or supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Chronic Malnutrition
Histacure Cold Tablet should be used with extreme caution if you are malnourished (lack of proper nutrition in the body) as it may increase the risk of side effects. Your doctor may recommend dose adjustment based on your body weight.
Use in Children
Histacure Cold Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age due to a lack of safety and efficacy data.
Missed Dose
Try not to skip a dose of Histacure Cold Tablet. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed dose.
Overdose
Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Histacure Cold Tablet. Seek immediate medical attention if you suspect an overdose with this medicine.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Histacure Cold Tablet. It increases the risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty in concentration, nausea, etc. It may also affect your liver and cause damage.
Interaction with Medicine
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors
Alprazolam
Carbamazepine
Gabapentin
Metformin
Atenolol
Glimepiride
Pregabalin
Disease interactions
Liver Disease
Histacure Cold Tablet should be used with caution if you have a pre-existing liver problem as it may increase the risk of liver damage. Hence, consult your doctor before starting the treatment with this medicine.
Kidney Disease
Histacure Cold Tablet should be used with caution if you have a pre-existing kidney problem as it may increase the risk of side effects. Hence, inform your doctor before starting the treatment with this medication.
High blood pressure
Histacure Cold Tablet should be used with caution if you have high blood pressure due to the increased risk of worsening your condition. Inform your doctor before taking this medicine.
Diabetes
Histacure Cold Tablet should be used with caution if you have diabetes as it may interfere with blood sugar control. Frequently monitor your blood sugar levels while taking this medicine.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a condition that causes an enlargement of the prostate gland in men. Histacure Cold Tablet should be used with caution if you have an enlarged prostate due to the increased risk of difficulty in passing urine. Inform your doctor if your symptoms worsen while taking this medicine.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
5-HIAA Urine Test
5-HIAA is a urine test performed to determine the presence of carcinoid tumour (slow-growing cancer that may occur in several parts of your body). You may get a false-positive result for a 5-HIAA urine test while taking Histacure Cold Tablet. Inform your doctor and/or lab technician about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before undergoing any lab tests.
Take Histacure Cold Tablet with or without food. Do not break, chew or crush the tablet.
Avoid taking more or less than the prescribed dose. Avoid the discontinuation of Histacure Cold Tablet without consulting your doctor.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Histacure Cold Tablet, as it may cause drowsiness and dizziness. It may also increase the risk of liver damage.
Do not drive vehicles or operate machines after taking this medicine as it may reduce your alertness.
Consult your doctor if the symptoms do not improve within 7 days.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Histacure Cold Tablet is a combination of Levocetirizine, Phenylephrine and Paracetamol.
Levocetirizine works by blocking the action of histamine, a chemical substance in your body responsible for allergic symptoms. Thus, it provides relief from allergies.
Phenylephrine acts on the blood vessels in the nose and helps in relieving congestion.
Paracetamol works by preventing the formation of prostaglandin, the chemical responsible for pain and fever.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Antihistamines, Miscellaneous analgesics, Nasal Decongestant
Schedule
Schedule H
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