Zyrcold Syrup

Composition of Zyrcold Syrup

Zyrcold Syrup contains Cetirizine + Ambroxol. It belongs to the Combination medicine (typically antihistamine + analgesic/antipyretic + decongestant) class of medicines.

Uses of Zyrcold Syrup

• Relief of common cold and flu symptoms such as runny nose
• sneezing
• nasal congestion
• watery eyes
• fever
• headache
• and body aches.

Key benefits

• Relieves runny nose and sneezing
• Reduces nasal congestion
• Helps lower fever
• Relieves headache and body aches

How Zyrcold Syrup works

Zyrcold Syrup is typically a combination cold preparation. It usually works by blocking histamine to reduce allergy-like symptoms (runny nose, sneezing), constricting nasal blood vessels to relieve congestion, and reducing fever/pain by inhibiting prostaglandin production.

How to take Zyrcold Syrup

Use as directed by a doctor/label. Measure with a dosing cup/spoon; take at the same times each day. Can be taken with or without food; take with food if it upsets your stomach. Do not exceed the recommended dose or combine with other cold/flu products containing similar ingredients (especially paracetamol).

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 severe drowsiness, a fast heartbeat, confusion and, in children, agitation and fits. It can cause vomiting, severe drowsiness, a racing heart and, with codeine, dangerously slow breathing. 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 Syrup

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

• Drowsiness
• dizziness
• dry mouth
• nausea
• vomiting
• stomach upset
• headache
• constipation
• blurred vision

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 Syrup

Warnings and precautions

May cause drowsiness—avoid driving/operating machinery. Do not use more than recommended; overdose (especially of paracetamol) can damage the liver. Use with caution in liver disease, kidney disease, glaucoma, enlarged prostate/urinary retention, thyroid disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and asthma/COPD. Not recommended for self-medication in young children; consult a doctor for pediatric use. Seek medical advice if symptoms persist >3 days, high fever, rash, breathing difficulty, or severe sore throat occurs.

Do not take Zyrcold if

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

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol and other CNS depressants (increased drowsiness), other paracetamol-containing medicines (overdose risk), sedating antihistamines, MAO inhibitors and certain antidepressants (may increase side effects), antihypertensives (reduced effect with decongestants), warfarin (paracetamol with prolonged use may increase bleeding risk)

How to store Zyrcold Syrup

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct light. Keep tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Zyrcold Syrup

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

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

DR.REDDYS

Therapeutic class:

Cold & cough preparations (anti-cold)

Drug class:

Combination medicine (typically antihistamine + analgesic/antipyretic + decongestant)