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Thefycold belongs to the group of pain relievers, antipyretics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, used in the treatment of colds, allergic rhinitis or other respiratory disorders. Let's learn about Thefycold drug information through the article below.1. What is Thefycold?
Thefycold is prepared in the form of film-coated tablets, with the main ingredient being Paracetamol 500mg; Phenylephrine HCl 10mg; Chlorpheniramine maleate 2mg and other excipients just enough for 1 tablet. In which:Paracetamol (acetaminophen or N - acetyl - p - aminophenol) has effective antipyretic and analgesic effect similar to Aspirin but has less anti-inflammatory effect. With therapeutic doses, Paracetamol has little effect on the respiratory and cardiovascular systems, does not irritate the stomach as well as does not affect the platelet aggregation process like Aspirin, so it will limit some side effects on the stomach. thickening and hemorrhagic complications in patients. Chlorpheniramine maleate has H1-antihistamine effects, helps fight allergies, reduces secretions of mucus and secretions in the upper respiratory tract. Phenylephrine HCl has sympathomimetic effects, acting on alpha-adrenergic receptors causing vasoconstriction, reducing congestion, increasing blood pressure, bronchodilation.
2. What does Thefycold do?
Thefycold is often used to treat symptoms of fever, headache, muscle aches, runny nose, nasal congestion in cases of colds, allergic rhinitis, vasomotor rhinitis, sinusitis or other disorders of the airways. other respiration.
3. Dosage - how to take Thefycold
Dosage of Thefycold will depend on each subject and condition:Adults: take 1 - 2 tablets / time Children from 2 to 6 years old take 1/2 tablet each time, from 7 to 12 years old take each time. 1/2 - 1 tablet. Or use the dose as directed by the treating doctor.
The drug can be used 3-4 times / day
4. Contraindications of Thefycold
Do not use Thefycold in the following cases: Do not use Thefycold in the following cases:
People with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients in the drug. People with liver failure, severe kidney failure. Hypertension . Acute bronchial asthma.
5. Side effects of the drug Thefycold
When using Thefycold, you may experience some of the following side effects:Using Paracetamol at therapeutic doses is usually not toxic. Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite. Allergy, rash, urticaria. Hypertension. Sedative, sleepy.
6. Signs to know when using an overdose of Thefycold
Using Thefycold in excess of the recommended dose can cause some of the following symptoms:Using high doses of Paracetamol (7.5 - 10 grams per day) can cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, damage to cells and necrosis. liver failure, acute liver failure, even the risk of death for the patient. Phenylephrine overdose can cause increased blood pressure, headache, convulsions, palpitations, restlessness. In the process of using the drug, if you see any serious abnormal symptoms, you should immediately contact your treating doctor or medical staff for guidance and timely treatment.
7. Interaction with Thefycold
When used concurrently Thefycold may interact with some of the following drugs:Prolonged use of high doses of Paracetamol may slightly increase the anticoagulant effect of anticoagulants such as coumarin, an indandion derivative. Alcoholism can increase the toxicity of Paracetamol to hepatocytes. Chlorpheniramine can cause drowsiness, so taking it with alcohol or other sedatives may increase the CNS depressant effects of these drugs.
8. Notes and cautions during the use of Thefycold
When using Thefycold, the following should be noted and cautious:Phenylephrine HCl has sympathomimetic effects, so caution should be exercised in patients with a history of hyperthyroidism, diabetes, ischemic heart disease. For pregnant and lactating women: The drug can be excreted in breast milk and the safety of the drug when used in pregnant women has not been established, so it should not be used in those subjects. this. The drug can cause drowsiness, so be careful while driving or operating machinery. Above is some information about the uses of Thefycold medicine, if you need advice or have any questions, please consult a qualified doctor / pharmacist for advice.
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