Coldy Syrup is a combination medicine belonging to a class of drugs called 'cough and cold preparations' primarily used to treat dry cough. Chlorpheniramine maleate works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion or stiffness. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that helps shrink the blood vessels located in the nasal passage, thereby reducing the stuffy nose. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide works by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Thus, Coldy Syrup helps relieve cough, cold and allergic symptoms.

FAQs

How does Coldy Syrup work?

Coldy Syrup contains Chlorpheniramine maleate, Phenylephrine, and Dextromethorphan hydrobromide. Chlorpheniramine maleate works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Phenylephrine helps in shrinking the blood vessels located in the nasal passage, thereby reducing the stuffy nose. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide works by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough.

Can I take Coldy Syrup if I need to undergo surgery?

Consult your doctor before taking Coldy Syrup if you need to undergo surgery as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness when given along with anaesthesia. Your doctor may advise you to stop taking Coldy Syrup 72 hours prior to the surgery.

Can I take Coldy Syrup with anti-depressant medicines?

It is not recommended to take Coldy Syrup along with any anti-depressant medication, especially MAO inhibitors (linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine), as it may lead to unpleasant side-effects or drug interaction. Also, Coldy Syrup should be taken at least 14 days after the last dose of anti-depressants.

What if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Can Coldy Syrup be used in patients with glaucoma?

Coldy Syrup may rarely worsen the symptoms of glaucoma. Therefore, Coldy Syrup should be used with caution and only when prescribed by a doctor in patients with glaucoma.