ZyrCold Syrup


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Active Ingredient Cetirizine (2.5mg/5ml) + Ambroxol (30mg/5ml)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
User Rating4.3
User Reviews756

FAQ

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Can I drink alcohol while taking ZyrCold?
No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking ZyrCold. Drinking alcohol will increase the severity of drowsiness/sleepiness caused by ZyrCold.
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Can I breastfeed while taking ZyrCold?
No, it is not advisable to breastfeed while using ZyrCold. This medicine contains Cetirizine, an antihistamine, which can pass into the breast milk and may harm the baby. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are advised to take this medicine.
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Will ZyrCold be more effective if taken in more than recommended dose?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects and toxicity. If the recommended dosage does not relieve your symptoms or there is an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.
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Can the use of ZyrCold cause dry mouth?
Yes, the use of ZyrCold can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night.
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Can the use of ZyrCold cause sleepiness or drowsiness?
Yes, ZyrCold may make you feel drowsy or sleepy. Do not drive car, operate machinery, work at heights or participate in potentially dangerous activities until you know how the medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience such episodes while you are taking this medicine.
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What if you forget to take ZyrCold?
If you miss a dose of ZyrCold, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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ZyrCold Syrup Reviews

ZyrCold is a combination medicine used in the treatment of cough. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. It also thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to cough out.

ZyrCold is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are stomach upset, dryness in mouth, fatigue, sedation, and allergic reaction. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make dizziness worse.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney and liver diseases. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

How ZyrCold Syrup Works

ZyrCold is a combination of two medicines:.

How to Use ZyrCold Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. ZyrCold may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of ZyrCold Syrup

  • In Treatment of Cough: Cough is a sudden, forceful expulsion of air that helps clear any mucus or irritant in the throat or airways. If it happens more frequently, due to an underlying disease or an allergy, it can be bothersome. ZyrCold helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.

Uses of ZyrCold Syrup

  • Treatment of Cough

ZyrCold Syrup Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Kidney  CAUTION
ZyrCold should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of ZyrCold may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Alcohol  UNSAFE
ZyrCold may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breast feeding  UNSAFE
ZyrCold is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether ZyrCold alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Liver  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
ZyrCold is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of ZyrCold may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
ZyrCold may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

  • Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause increased sleepiness.
  • Stop taking ZyrCold at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
  • Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as ZyrCold can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • Inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 14 days.
  • This combination medicine helps relieve runny nose, sneezing and productive cough.
  • Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.

References

  1. Cetirizine+Ambroxol [Package Insert]. Yorkshire, UK: Dr Reddy's Laboratories(UK) Ltd.; 2013.
  2. Cetirizine. New York, New York: Pfizer Labs; 2003.
  3. European Medicne Agency. Revised assessment report: Ambroxol and bromhexine containing medicinal products. 2015.
  4. ScienceDirect. Ambroxol.
  5. Ambroxol [Package Indormation Leaflet]. e Pharmaceutical Society of Singapore; 2017.

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