Alex Cold Syrup

Alex Cold Tablet is used in the treatment of common cold symptoms.

In Fever

Alex Cold brings a raised temperature down by acting on the part of the brain that controls body heat, easing the chills, aches and discomfort that come with a fever.

In Headache

Alex Cold relieves a headache by blocking the chemical messengers in the brain that signal pain, usually within the hour.

In Body ache

Alex Cold eases the generalised aching of viral illness, overexertion or fever so you can rest and move more comfortably.

In Mild to moderate pain

Alex Cold relieves everyday pain such as toothache, period pain and sprains. It is gentle on the stomach, which is why it is usually the first painkiller a doctor suggests.

In Cough

Alex Cold either loosens the mucus so a chesty cough clears it more easily, or settles the reflex behind a dry, tickly cough, depending on the type you have been given.

In Chest congestion

Alex Cold thins thick mucus in the chest so it can be coughed up, easing the heaviness and rattling and helping you breathe more freely.

In Common cold symptoms

Alex Cold relieves the blocked nose, cough and congestion of a cold so you can rest and get on with your day while the infection runs its course.

In Migraine

Alex Cold helps a painkiller relieve migraine pain more effectively when the two are taken together early in an attack.

In Added to a painkiller to help it work

Alex Cold on its own is not a painkiller; it boosts the effect of the painkiller it is combined with so that relief comes sooner.

In Allergic rhinitis

Alex Cold blocks the histamine your body releases to an allergen, relieving the sneezing, runny or blocked nose and itchy, watery eyes that spoil your day.

In Hives and skin allergy

Alex Cold calms the itching and brings down the raised, red weals of hives, so the skin settles and you can sleep.

In Itching

Alex Cold relieves itching from an allergic reaction, an insect bite or a skin condition, which also stops the scratching that damages skin and keeps it inflamed.

In Allergic asthma

Alex Cold reduces the allergic inflammation in the airways that triggers wheezing and tightness, so attacks are fewer and milder when it is taken alongside your inhaler.

AlcoholUNSAFE

Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.

PregnancyUNSAFE

Alex Cold Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.<br/>Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feedingSAFE

Alex Cold Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

DrivingCAUTION

May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you.

KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alex Cold Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Alex Cold Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.<br/>Use of Alex Cold Tablet may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

LiverCAUTION

Alex Cold Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alex Cold Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

• Take the lowest dose that works, and leave the stated gap between doses.
• Seek help immediately after a suspected overdose, even if you feel completely well.
• Treatment works best when it is early.
• Drink plenty of water.
• It thins mucus better than any syrup.
• Steam inhalation helps congestion and costs nothing.
• Measure the dose with the cup supplied.
• Avoid taking it in the evening if it disturbs your sleep.