Coldguard Information

Coldguard is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. The alternative uses of Coldguard have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Coldguard is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Coldguard can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Coldguard normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Coldguard has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Coldguard's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Coldguard can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Coldguard in conditions like Glaucoma, Heart Disease, Kidney Disease. Other contraindications of Coldguard have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Coldguard have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Coldguard is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Coldguard Benefits & Uses
Coldguard Dosage & How to Take
Coldguard Side Effects
Coldguard Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Coldguard with Other Drugs
Coldguard Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Coldguard
Coldguard Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Coldguard Benefits & Uses

Coldguard is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Common Cold
Blocked Nose
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache

Coldguard 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

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 325 mg paracetamol, 2 mg chlorpheniramine and 5 mg phenylephrine, take 2 tablet of chlorpheniramine in night only
Adult	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 325 mg paracetamol, 2 mg chlorpheniramine and 5 mg phenylephrine, take 2 tablet of chlorpheniramine in night only
Geriatric	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 325 mg paracetamol, 2 mg chlorpheniramine and 5 mg phenylephrine, take 2 tablet of chlorpheniramine in night only

Coldguard Related Warnings

Is the use of Coldguard safe for pregnant women?

Coldguard is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Coldguard safe during breastfeeding?

Coldguard is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Coldguard on the Kidneys?

Coldguard rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Coldguard on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Coldguard. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Coldguard on the Heart?

Coldguard may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Coldguard with Other Drugs

Coldguard should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Oxyphenbutazone

Metamizole

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Carbamazepine

Coldguard Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Coldguard unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Glaucoma
Asthma
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Angina
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Hyperthyroidism
Diabetes
Glaucoma
Thyroid problems
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Shock
Liver Disease
Drug Allergies
Alcoholism
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Coldguard

Is this Coldguard habit forming or addictive?

Coldguard does not cause addiction.

Coldguard Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Coldguard

There is no information on the effects of taking Coldguard with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Coldguard

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Coldguard as it can have severe side effects.