Zyrcold -D Syrup

Composition of Zyrcold -D Syrup

Zyrcold -D Syrup contains Phenylephrine (5mg/5ml) + Chlorpheniramine (2mg/5ml). It belongs to the Combination: H1 antihistamine + sympathomimetic nasal decongestant + analgesic/antipyretic (exact actives vary by formulation) class of medicines.

Uses of Zyrcold -D Syrup

• Relief of common cold symptoms such as nasal congestion
• runny nose
• sneezing
• watery eyes
• sinus pressure/headache and associated fever/body ache (symptomatic treatment).

Key benefits

• Relieves blocked nose
• Reduces sneezing and runny nose
• Helps ease sinus pressure/headache
• Lowers fever and body ache

How Zyrcold -D Syrup works

ZYRCOLD-D is a combination cold medicine. Typically, it contains an antihistamine to reduce sneezing/runny nose, a decongestant to shrink swollen nasal passages and relieve blocked nose, and an analgesic/antipyretic to reduce fever and body pain.

How to take Zyrcold -D Syrup

Shake well before use. Measure the dose with a measuring cup/spoon. Take as advised by a doctor; usually given 2–3 times daily depending on age. Can be taken with or without food; take with food if it upsets the stomach. Do not exceed the recommended dose or use for prolonged periods without medical advice.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe drowsiness, a racing heart and, with codeine, dangerously slow breathing. It can cause severe drowsiness, a fast heartbeat, confusion and, in children, agitation and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Zyrcold -D Syrup

Most side effects of Zyrcold -D are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Drowsiness
• dizziness
• dry mouth
• nausea
• vomiting
• stomach upset
• constipation
• headache
• nervousness
• palpitations
• increased heart rate

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Zyrcold -D Syrup

Warnings and precautions

May cause drowsiness—avoid driving or operating machinery. Do not use with other cold/flu products containing similar ingredients (especially paracetamol/acetaminophen) to prevent overdose. Use with caution in hypertension, heart disease, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, glaucoma, enlarged prostate/urinary retention, liver disease, and in the elderly. Seek medical advice before use in children, during breastfeeding, or if symptoms persist beyond 3–5 days, high fever persists, or breathing difficulty occurs.

Do not take Zyrcold -D if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Codeine-containing preparations are not for children, or for anyone with breathing difficulty. The sedating antihistamines are not suitable for very young children, or for people with glaucoma or an enlarged prostate, without medical advice.

Interactions with other medicines

MAO inhibitors (and within 14 days), other sedatives/alcohol, other antihistamines, sympathomimetics/decongestants, tricyclic antidepressants, beta-blockers/antihypertensives, warfarin (with prolonged paracetamol use), hepatotoxic drugs

How to store Zyrcold -D Syrup

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from light. Keep the bottle tightly closed and out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Zyrcold -D Syrup

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. Taking it at bedtime reduces the impact of any drowsiness. Identify and avoid your triggers where you can — dust, pollen, cold air.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

DR.REDDYS

Therapeutic class:

Anti-common cold (antihistamine + decongestant + analgesic/antipyretic)

Drug class:

Combination: H1 antihistamine + sympathomimetic nasal decongestant + analgesic/antipyretic (exact actives vary by formulation)