Nobel Cold New Strip Of 10 Tablets

Nobel cold new tablet is a combination medicine used for the treatment of fever accompanied by cough and cold. Nobel cold new tablet contains paracetamol, phenylephrine, diphenhydramine and caffeine as its active ingredients. Do not take this medicine with other anti-allergic and medicines used to treat psychiatric illnesses.

Be cautious while using if you are suffering from glaucoma, prostate, liver and kidney problems. Do not use it in children below 2 years of age without proper medical consultation.

Dosage

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of this medicine and you are experiencing any unusual symptoms, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital. Always carry the package of the tablet along with you for easy assessment of the severity of an overdose.

Missed a Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as possible. Never take two doses to compensate for the missed dose.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Paracetamol belongs to the class of medicines called analgesics and antipyretics. Paracetamol works by inhibiting the release of certain chemicals responsible for pain and increased body temperature in the body.
• Phenylephrine works as a nasal decongestant by decreasing the swelling of the blood vessels in the nasal region.
• Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine. It helps to relieve the symptoms of common cold like a runny nose, watery or itchy eyes and sneezing by acting on certain chemicals released within the body.
• Caffeine is a stimulant medicine and is naturally found in beverages like coffee and certain teas. Caffeine improves alertness and performance in individuals and also enhances the painkiller action of paracetamol.

Directions for Use

Take Nobel cold new tablet as a whole with a glass of water or as directed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take a Nobel cold new tablet during pregnancy?

Nobel cold new tablet is not recommended during pregnancy especially in the third trimester as it may cause harm to the foetus. It is necessary to consult your doctor before using any medication during pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Can I take a Nobel cold new tablet while breastfeeding?

Components of this medicine may pass into the breastmilk and can affect the breastfed infant. Thus, the use of this medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding mothers unless it is prescribed by the doctor. It should be used in the lowest effective dose for the smallest duration possible.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Nobel cold new tablet?

Nobel cold new tablet may cause drowsiness or make you feel dizzy. It is not recommended to drive or operate complex machines immediately after taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Nobel cold new tablet?

You should avoid consuming alcohol while on treatment with this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You are taking any other medicine that contains similar active ingredients.
• You have any pre-existing medical conditions such as liver/kidney related disease, heart problem, thyroid, hypertension, fits, etc.
• You are using any psychiatric medicines or medicines for brain disorders, as they may cause sleepiness.
• You are suffering from an eye condition of increased pressure inside your eyes called closed-angle glaucoma.
• You consume excess coffee, tea and some caffeinated drinks.

Contraindications

• As it is a combination of different components, any condition which is contraindicated with any of these when taken alone should be considered contraindicated for this combination.
• If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine.
• If you are using any other nasal decongestant (medicine to clear blocked nose).
• If you have any pre-existing medical condition such as liver/kidney disease or thyroid disorder, high blood pressure, diabetes, etc.
• If you have an eye condition or increased eye pressure inside your eyes (Glaucoma).

Side effects

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Dehydration
• Nausea
• A dry mouth
• Weakness

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Certain medicines can affect the way Nobel cold new tablet works or Nobel cold new tablet itself can affect the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
• Especially, if you are taking medicines to treat blood thinners, other painkiller medications, water pills, medicines used to treat high blood pressure, antidiabetics, digoxin, etc.

Storage and disposal

• Store it in a cool and dry place away from light and moisture.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
• Discard any unused medicine properly.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What does the Nobel cold new tablet contain?

Nobel cold new tablet is a combination medicine used for the management of symptoms of the common cold. Nobel cold new tablet contains paracetamol, diphenhydramine, phenylephrine and caffeine as its active ingredients.

What are the uses of Nobel cold new tablet?

Nobel cold new tablet is used for the treatment of the symptoms of a common cold like fever, stiff nose, sneezing, etc.

What are the symptoms of the common cold?

Common cold and flu have a similar type of symptoms. Individuals with common cold/flu can experience fever, sneezing, a runny nose, headache, body aches, stuffy nose and sinuses, temporary loss of taste or smell. Usually, these symptoms last for a week or 10 days. the symptoms can be managed with OTC medications and home remedies like a saltwater gargle, ginger tea, etc.

Will common cold have a loss of smell?

Few of the individuals may experience symptoms like loss of smell along with sneezing, runny nose, fever and headache. The loss of smell is usually temporary and will recover once the common cold has run its course.