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About Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup

Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup belongs to the combination medication called 'anti-allergics' primarily used to treat symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, allergies and other breathing problems like sinusitis and bronchitis. An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as 'allergens.' Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. At the same time, others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander.

Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup contains Chlorpheniramine and Phenylephrine. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that narrows the small blood vessels, relieving the nose's congestion or stuffiness. Together, Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup effectively reduces allergic symptoms.

Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup can be taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The most common side effects of Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup are drowsiness, dizziness, headache, dry mouth/nose/throat, upset stomach, constipation, or trouble sleeping.   Most of these side effects of Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. however, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not stop taking Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup even if you feel better without asking your doctor, as your symptoms may come back and may even worsen your condition. Inform your doctor about all other medications you have been taking before starting Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup. Please tell your doctor before starting Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup if you have a liver problem, are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup may cause drowsiness and sleepiness, so it is advised not to drive a car or operate machinery. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness. Do not take Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup with any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) as it may lead to serious drug interaction.

Uses of Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup

Common cold, Allergies

Directions for Use

Tablets: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Liquid/oral drops/suspension: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided in the pack.

Medicinal Benefits

Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup is primarily used to treat common cold symptoms. It is a combination drug containing Chlorpheniramine (antihistamine/antiallergic) and phenylephrine (decongestant), primarily used to treat common cold symptoms like runny nose, congestion, watery eyes, and sneezing. Chlorpheniramine is an anti-histaminemine that blocks histamine in the body, which is known to cause common cold symptoms. Phenylephrine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nasal passage, reducing a stuffy nose. Together, both of them effectively reduce allergic and cold symptoms.

Storage

Keep Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup out of the sight and reach of children.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup if you are allergic to histamines, Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup, or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup. If you have or have ever had cardiovascular disease, asthma, kidney or liver disease, diabetes, glaucoma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or benign prostatic hyperplasia, please do not take the Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup as it is known to interact. Also, inform your doctor about all other medications you have taken before starting Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup. Do not stop taking Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup even if you feel better without asking your doctor, as your symptoms may come back and may even worsen your condition. Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup may cause drowsiness and sleepiness, so it is advised not to drive a car or operate machinery. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness. If you need to undergo surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup, as it should not be taken during surgery. Do not take Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup if you have taken any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml with Sevoflurane can increase the levels of Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml and lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml with Sevoflurane is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Furazolidone with Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml can cause an increase in high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Furazolidone with Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden and severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sweating, lightheadedness, fainting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, consult the doctor immediately. It is advised to use Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml only after 14 days of stopping Furazolidone.
How does the drug interact with Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml with Propofol may lead to increased levels of Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml leading to side effects like high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml with Propofol is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Selegiline with Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml together can raise blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Selegiline with Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml is not recommended, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, fits, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and/or fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml and Potassium chloride (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml with Potassium chloride it not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChlorpheniraminePotassium citrate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml and Potassium citrate (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml with Potassium citrate is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Topiramate can cause increased body temperature and decreased sweating, and these effects may be worsened when combined with medications like Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml and Topiramate, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml with Halothane may increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml with Halothane together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any symptoms like lightheadedness, fainting, irregular heart beat, dizziness, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PhenylephrineMethoxyflurane
Severe
How does the drug interact with Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml with Methoxyflurane can increase the side effects of Methoxyflurane.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup 60 ml and Methoxyflurane, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drinking liquids at room temperature can alleviate cough, runny nose, and sneezing.
  • The immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick. An individual can exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
  • Try to sleep at least 8 hours each night to stay fit and safe.
  • It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. Certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.
  • Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.

Side Effects of Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup

  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Dry mouth/nose/throat
  • Upset of stomach
  • Constipation
  • Trouble in sleeping

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIALLERGIC

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FAQs

Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup contains Chlorpheniramine and Phenylephrine. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that narrows the small blood vessels, relieving the nose's congestion or stuffiness. Together, Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup effectively reduces allergic symptoms.

No, you should not take Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup if you need to undergo surgery as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness when given along with anesthesia. Please inform your doctor before surgery if you are taking Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup as the doctor may stop it 72 hours before the surgery.

It is not recommended to take Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup along with any anti-depressant medication as it may lead to unpleasant side-effects or any drug interaction. Also, Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup should be taken at least 15 days after your last dose of anti-depressants.

Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup is a combination drug containing Chlorpheniramine (anti-histamine) and Phenylephrine (decongestant), primarily used to treat common cold symptoms like runny nose, congestion, watery eyes, sneezing. Chlorpheniramine being an anti-histamine blocks histamine in the body, which is known to cause common cold symptoms. Phenylephrine helps in shrinking the blood vessels in the nasal passage, thereby reducing stuffy nose. Together, both of them effectively reduce the symptoms of cold and allergies.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup and skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup is known to cause drowsiness and sleepiness. Hence, you are recommended to take it in the nighttime if you are experiencing excessive drowsiness in the day and avoid driving a car or do anything that require mental alertness.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CETIRIZINE
  • FLUTICASONE
  • DIPHENHYDRAMINE
  • ASPIRIN
  • DEXTROMETHORPHAN
  • ATORVASTATIN
  • ALBUTEROL
  • PANTOPRAZOLE
  • ISOCARBOXAZID
  • RASAGILINE
  • LINEZOLID
  • TRANYLCYPROMINE

Special Advise

  • It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. It might help reduce the severity of your symptoms.
  • Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup may interfere with certain lab tests like brain scans for Parkinson's disease and urine drug screening tests. So before undergoing these tests, please let the doctor know that you are taking Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Common cold: The common cold is an infection caused by viruses, mainly 'rhinovirus', affecting your nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). Children younger than six years of age are at the most significant risk of colds, but healthy adults can also be affected to have 2-3 colds annually. In most cases, cold symptoms are recovered within a week or ten days. However, symptoms might last longer in people who smoke or are exposed to allergens like dust, pollutants, etc. Symptoms of a common cold might include a stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, cough, congestion, mild body pain or a mild headache, sneezing, low-grade fever, and feeling unwell (malaise). In some cases, the discharge from your nose may become thicker and yellow or green, which does not indicate a bacterial infection. If you observe these symptoms, immediately contact your doctor.

Allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as 'allergens.' Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. At the same time, others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander. Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup is a non-drowsy antihistamine, making it less likely to make you feel sleepy than other antihistamines or antiallergics.

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Alcohol

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Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup may cause excessive dizziness when taken with alcohol so, together intake should be avoided.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup contains a combination of two different drugs. Chlorpheniramine being a class B pregnancy drug and phenylephrine being a class C. So, it should be used with caution

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup should only be given to breastfeeding women if benefits outweigh the harm it will cause to the baby.

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Driving

Unsafe

Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup is known to cause drowsiness and sleepiness. So, driving after consuming Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup should not be done.

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Liver

Caution

Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Caution

Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup is not recommended for children below the age of 4 years. For children aged above 4 years, use Kolq-Af 5/2 Syrup only when prescribed by a child specialist. And also, take it in dose as prescribed as any dose alteration can prove fatal.

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