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About Ricold Tablet

CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE is a combination of respiratory medication used to treat common cold symptoms, such as sneezing, runny nose, and nasal and sinus congestion, stuffy nose, or watery eyes. The common cold is a respiratory illness that affects the nose and throat and is caused by viruses known as 'rhinoviruses'. The virus enters the body through the nose, mouth, or eyes and spreads easily through air droplets when a sick person sneezes, coughs, or talks.

CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE consists of three medicines, namely: Nimesulide (pain killer), Pseudoephedrine (decongestant), and Cetirizine (anti-allergic). Nimesulide works by blocking the effect of a chemical known as prostaglandin (PGs) that is responsible for pain, fever, and inflammation (swelling and redness) in our body. Pseudoephedrine belongs to the class of decongestant drugs. It works by reducing the swelling of blood vessels in your nose, this helps mucus and airflow more freely in the cavities in your nose (sinuses), helping you breathe more easily. Cetirizine is an antihistamine (anti-allergic) drug that reduces the effects of histamine, a chemical substance that causes allergies like runny nose and skin rash. Together, it relieves the common cold symptoms.

Take CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dryness in the mouth, fatigue, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), sleepiness, nervousness, dizziness, restlessness, headache, and increased liver enzymes. Most of these side effects of CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to medicines. It is mandatory to inform your doctor if you have heart, liver, or kidney diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, stomach ulcers, prostate enlargement, urinary retention, diabetes, and eye disorders like cataracts and glaucoma before taking CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE. CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE contains Nimesulide which causes an increased chance of problems with joints and tissues around joints in children under 18 years. So, let your doctor know if your children have any joint problems during or after treatment with CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE. You get severe sunburn or blisters on your skin as an intake of CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE may increase the sensitivity of the skin. Please check with your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol while taking CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE, since it can worsen the side effects like dizziness and sleepiness.

Uses of Ricold Tablet

Common cold symptoms.

Medicinal Benefits of Ricold Tablet

CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE is a combination of respiratory medication used to treat common cold symptoms, such as sneezing, runny nose, and nasal and sinus congestion, stuffy nose, or watery eyes. CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE consists of Nimesulide (pain killer), Pseudoephedrine (decongestant), and Cetirizine (anti-allergic). Nimesulide works by blocking the effect of a chemical known as prostaglandin (PGs) that is responsible for pain, fever, and inflammation (swelling and redness) in our body. Pseudoephedrine belongs to the class of decongestant drugs. It works by reducing the swelling of blood vessels in your nose, this helps mucus and airflow more freely in the cavities in your nose (sinuses), helping you breathe more easily. Cetirizine is an antihistamine (anti-allergic) drug that reduces histamine effects, a chemical substance that causes allergies like runny nose and skin rash. Together, it relieves the common cold symptoms.

Directions for Use

Take CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE with food to avoid stomach upset. CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. Take CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE regularly at a fixed time. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the course based on the severity of your disease. Do not stop taking CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE on your own until the doctor advised you to do so. CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE contains Nimesulide so, do not take it with dairy products like milk, yogurt, or calcium-fortified juices.

Side Effects of Ricold Tablet

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• High blood pressure
• Dryness in mouth
• Fatigue
• Difficulty in sleeping
• Sleepiness
• Anxiety
• Nervousness
• Dizziness
• Restlessness
• Headache
• Increased heart rate
• Increased liver enzymes.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to medicines. Please inform your doctor before starting CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE if you have an active stomach ulcer, recent gastrointestinal bleeding, asthma, recent bypass heart surgery, or heart disease, severe renal/hepatic impairment, or history of allergy to any painkillers as CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE may worsen your condition. It is mandatory to inform your doctor if you have prostate enlargement, urinary retention, diabetes, and eye disorders like cataracts and glaucoma before taking CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE. CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE contains Nimesulide which causes an increased chance of problems with joints and tissues around joints in children under 18 years. So, let your doctor know if your children have any joint problems during or after treatment with CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE. You get severe sunburn or blisters on your skin as an intake of CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE may increase the skin's sensitivity. Please check with your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid consuming alcohol with CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE as it could lead to increased drowsiness or dizziness. Do not drive if you feel sleepy after taking CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE is shown to interact with the antianxiety drug (alprazolam), blood thinners (warfarin), anti-arthritis or anti-cancer agents (methotrexate), antifungal (ketoconazole), cough suppressants (hydrocodone), anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE should be administered with caution in patients with heart, liver, kidney diseases, diabetes, and glaucoma.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Taking CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE with alcohol may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Besides this, it can also damage your liver if taken for a longer duration. So, avoid or limit the intake of alcoholic beverages with CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE.

PREGNANCY

CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE contains nimesulide which is not recommended during pregnancy, especially during the last 3 months of pregnancy, and may harm the unborn baby. There are limited studies on how CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE affects pregnancy. However, the animal studies of Pseudoephedrine in CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE showed harmful effects on the developing baby.

BREAST FEEDING

Use of CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE during breastfeeding is not recommended as it may pass through the milk and harm the baby.

DRIVING

After taking CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE, you may notice dizziness, sleepiness, and drowsiness. This may affect your ability to drive. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.

LIVER

CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE can cause hepatotoxicity (liver damage). So, it should not be taken with caution in liver disease/impairment only when prescribed by a doctor.

KIDNEY

Cetirizine in CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE is contraindicated in patients undergoing dialysis treatment. Please consult your doctor before taking CETIRIZINE+NIMESULIDE+PSEUDOEPHEDRINE in cases of renal impairment.