ZUGOHIST Tablet 10's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Chlorpheniramine 2 mg+Paracetamol 500 mg+Phenylephrine 5 mg
Manufacturer
NVK PHARMA
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
ZUGOHIST TABLET is a combination of Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol and Phenylephrine which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihistamines, Analgesics and Nasal decongestants respectively. It is used to relieve the symptoms of hay fever, common cold or other upper respiratory allergies, like headache, facial congestion and pressure, nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, minor aches and pains, itching of the nose, throat or eyes and watery eyes. It can also be used to clear nasal passages and decongest facial openings and passages. Hay fever is a seasonal allergy that occurs in response to specific allergens like pollens, present at certain times of the year (spring or fall) and ca
Uses
more short-term symptoms. ZUGOHIST TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged less than 12 years). Consult your doctor before giving this medicine to your child. Before taking ZUGOHIST TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver, heart, thyroid or lung problems, diabetes or glaucoma. ZUGOHIST TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women, so consult your doctor before taking it. The most common
How It Works
ZUGOHIST TABLET relieves upper respiratory symptoms where Chlorpheniramine binds to the histamine H1 receptor and blocks its action, resulting in temporary relief of the negative symptoms (runny nose, sneezing, watery and itchy eyes) brought on by histamine, where Paracetamol relieves pain by elevation of the pain threshold and reduces fever by acting on the on the heat-regulating centre in your brain and Phenylephrine constricts blood vessels and reduces the blood flow to certain areas, thus decreasing swelling and allowing nasal and respiratory passages to open up.
Directions for Use
Take ZUGOHIST TABLET as advised by your physician. It can be taken with or without food. For Tablet, Capsule: Swallow ZUGOHIST TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. For Dispersible Tablet: Disperse the medicine in the specified quantity of water as mentioned in the label. Consume the medicine immediately after reconstitution. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of the infection.
Side Effects
taking ZUGOHIST TABLET are dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, nose or throat, headache, nausea, nervousness and difficulty in sleeping. Contact your doctor if any of the above side effects worsen. USES OF ZUGOHIST TABLETIt is used to: relieve the symptoms of hay fever, common cold or other upper respiratory allergies to clear nasal passages and decongest facial openings and passages HOW ZUGOHIST TABLET WORKSZUGOHIST TABLET relieves upper respiratory symptoms where Chlorpheniramine binds to the histamine H1 receptor and blocks its action, resulting in temporary relief of the negative symptoms (runny nose, sneezing, watery and itchy eyes) brought on by histamine, where Paracetamol relieves pain by elevation of the pain threshold and reduces fever by acting on the on the heat-regulating centre in your brain and Phenylephrine constricts blood vessels and reduces the blood flow to certain areas, thus decreasing swelling and allowing nasal and respiratory passages to open up. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake ZUGOHIST TABLET as advised by your physician. It can be taken with or without food. For Tablet, Capsule: Swallow ZUGOHIST TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. For Dispersible Tablet: Disperse the medicine in the specified quantity of water as mentioned in the label. Consume the medicine immediately after reconstitution. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of the infection. SIDE EFFECTS OF ZUGOHIST TABLETCOMMON dizziness, drowsiness nausea dry mouth, nose or throat headache nervousness difficulty in sleeping RAREStop taking ZUGOHIST TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: severe allergic reactions (rash, itching, chest tightness, trouble breathing, swollen mouth, face, lips or tongue) chest pain, high blood pressure, fast heartbeat dark urine, pale faeces, yellow skin or eyes trouble urinating hallucinations, severe nervousness, shaking stomach pain, unusual tiredness redness or swelling severe throat pain accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea or vomiting
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYZUGOHIST TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGZUGOHIST TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or use any machines if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking ZUGOHIST TABLET. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol with ZUGOHIST TABLET as it may affect you more than usual. ZUGOHIST TABLET should be used with caution in patients with alcohol dependence. KIDNEYZUGOHIST TABLET should be used with caution in patients having kidney problems, trouble urinating or urinary blockage. Consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERZUGOHIST TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems and viral hepatitis. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take ZUGOHIST TABLET if you are allergic to Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol, Phenylephrine or any other ingredients of this medicine. LUNGSZUGOHIST TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with breathing problems like emphysema or chronic bronchitis. ZUGOHIST TABLET should be used with caution in patients with other breathing problems like asthma. Consult your doctor before taking it. HEART DISEASEZUGOHIST TABLET is not recommended in patients with heart disease or high blood pressure. ZUGOHIST TABLET should be used with caution in patients with other heart diseases. Consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSZUGOHIST TABLET is not recommended for use if you: have diabetes have a condition in which there is increased pressure inside your eye have an enlarged prostate gland have problems with your adrenal gland have trouble sleeping have stomach problems Before taking ZUGOHIST TABLET, inform your doctor if you: have an overactive thyroid gland Use in pediatrics: ZUGOHIST TABLET is not recommended for use in children (aged less than 2 years). Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. Consult your doctor before taking it. Use in geriatrics: ZUGOHIST TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients as they may be more sensitive to its effect. Consult your doctor before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before taking ZUGOHIST TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: medicines used to manage depression (Ex. isocarboxazid, phenelzine, tranylcypromine) other medicines containing paracetamol medicines used to induce sleep or manage anxiety (Ex. zolpidem, diazepam, alprazolam) warfarin (use for blood clot) medicines used to manage fits (Ex. carbamazepine, phenytoin) medicines used to relax muscles (Ex. carisoprodol, cyclobenzaprine) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took too much of ZUGOHIST TABLET, contact your doctor immediately. Symptoms of overdose are liver damage. SYNOPSIS Drug : Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol, Phenylephrine Pharmacological Category : Antihistamine, Antipyretic-Analgesic, Nasal decongestant Therapeutic Indication : Rhinorrhea, congestion, common cold and fever Dosage Forms : Tablet, Syrup, Suspension, Liquid, Drops, Oral drops, Syrup MORE INFORMATION Keep ZUGOHIST TABLET out of reach of children Store at room temperature below 25°C
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Last Updated
21 Nov 2022