Citimed Cold Information
Citimed Cold is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup, Tablet. Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Citimed Cold have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Citimed Cold depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Citimed Cold have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Citimed Cold are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Citimed Cold has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Citimed Cold's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Citimed Cold is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Citimed Cold are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Citimed Cold with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Citimed Cold, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Citimed Cold Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Citimed Cold Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Citimed Cold is used -
Severe
- Liver Damage
- Steven-johnsons syndrome
- Anaphylactic reaction
- Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
- Arrhythimia
Moderate
- Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
- Blurred vision
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Hallucinations
- Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Mild
Citimed Cold Related Warnings
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Is the use of Citimed Cold safe for pregnant women?
Citimed Cold can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Citimed Cold right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
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Is the use of Citimed Cold safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Citimed Cold. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
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What is the effect of Citimed Cold on the Kidneys?
Citimed Cold rarely harms the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Citimed Cold on the Liver?
Citimed Cold does not damage the liver.
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What is the effect of Citimed Cold on the Heart?
Citimed Cold is rarely harmful for the heart.
Severe Interaction of Citimed Cold with Other Drugs
Citimed Cold should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Citimed Cold Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Citimed Cold unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Drug Allergy
- Kidney Disease
- Shock
- Liver Disease
- Drug Allergies
- Alcoholism
- Phenylketonuria (PKU)
- Neutropenia
- Heart Disease
- Bronchitis
- Diabetes
- Hyperthyroidism
- Kidney Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Citimed Cold
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Is this Citimed Cold habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Citimed Cold has not been reported.
Citimed Cold Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Citimed Cold
You can take Citimed Cold with food.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Citimed Cold
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Citimed Cold.
Frequently asked Questions about Citimed Cold
Question almost 7 years ago
Is Citimed Cold a decongestant?
Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician
No, Citimed Cold is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Question about 7 years ago
Does Citimed Cold cause stomach upset?
Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Question almost 7 years ago
When to take Citimed Cold?
Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology
Absorption of Citimed Cold is not affected by food and hence can be taken with or without food. Preferably it should be taken in the evening. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.
Question about 7 years ago
How to take Citimed Cold?
Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician
Citimed Cold can be taken safely once in a day preferably in the evening with or without food. However, take it exactly as your doctor has recommended you to take it.
Question over 6 years ago
Does Citimed Cold cause weight gain?
Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician
No, taking Citimed Cold does not cause weight gain. However, long-term usage of this drug may rarely cause some weight gain. You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are experiencing any weight gain while consuming Citimed Cold.
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