Product introduction
Respicure Tablet is a multi-ingredient cold and allergy tablet that brings together a pain and fever reliever, a nasal decongestant, an antihistamine and a small dose of caffeine in a single tablet. It is generally used for short-term relief from common cold symptoms such as blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes and accompanying fever or body ache. The caffeine component is included in a low dose mainly to counter the drowsiness that antihistamines and decongestants can cause. It is available only against a doctor's prescription.
Storage: Keep the medicine in the strip or container it came in, tightly closed, and store as per the instructions on the pack or label.
Uses of Respicure Tablet
- Common cold
- Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
- Runny nose and watery eyes (allergy symptoms)
- Fever and body ache
Benefits of Respicure Tablet
By combining four different actions in one tablet, it can ease several cold symptoms at once instead of requiring separate medicines for pain, congestion and allergy. This makes it convenient for short bouts of cold or seasonal allergy where fever, blocked nose and watery eyes occur together.
Side effects of Respicure Tablet
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Sleepiness
- Dry mouth
- Insomnia
- Restlessness
- Weakness
- Headache
How to use Respicure Tablet
Take this tablet by mouth in the dose and duration advised by the doctor, generally with water and with or without food. It should not be taken for longer than advised, as it is meant for short-term relief of cold and allergy symptoms rather than continuous long-term use.
How Respicure Tablet works
Paracetamol relieves pain and brings down fever by acting on pain and temperature-regulating centres. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that narrows blood vessels in the nasal passage, reducing swelling and stuffiness. Levocetirizine is an antihistamine that blocks the action of histamine to control runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing, while the small amount of caffeine helps offset the drowsiness these ingredients can cause.
Substitutes for Respicure Tablet
No other medicine with the same composition is listed in our catalogue yet. Message us on WhatsApp and our pharmacist will help you find a suitable alternative.
Safety advice
Alcohol should be used with caution alongside this tablet, as it may add to drowsiness and other side effects.
Safety in pregnancy has not been well established, so this tablet should be taken only if a doctor advises it.
This combination may be unsafe during breastfeeding and could affect the nursing infant, so it should be avoided unless a doctor prescribes it.
It may cause reduced alertness and drowsiness, so driving or operating machinery should be avoided after taking it.
Use with caution in people with kidney disease; a dose adjustment may be needed and it should be avoided in severe kidney disease.
This tablet should generally be avoided in people with liver disease due to the paracetamol component.
Quick tips
- Do not take other paracetamol-containing medicines at the same time, to avoid exceeding the safe daily paracetamol limit.
- Avoid or limit tea, coffee and other caffeinated drinks while on this tablet, since it already contains caffeine.
- Take it only for the number of days advised by the doctor rather than continuing once symptoms settle.
- Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel drowsy after taking this tablet.
- Consult a doctor if fever, cold symptoms or congestion do not improve within a few days.
Fact box
| Chemical class | Not specified |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | Respiratory |
| Action class | Analgesic-Antipyretic + Decongestant + Antihistamine + Stimulant combination |
Frequently asked questions
What is Respicure Tablet used for?
It is used for short-term relief of common cold symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, watery eyes and associated fever or body ache.
Can I take Respicure Tablet without a prescription?
No, it is a prescription medicine and should be taken only as advised by a doctor.
Why does this tablet contain caffeine?
The small amount of caffeine is included to help offset the drowsiness that the antihistamine and decongestant in the tablet can cause.
Can I take this tablet along with another paracetamol medicine?
No, doing so can lead to taking more paracetamol than is safe in a day, so avoid combining it with other paracetamol-containing products.
Is it safe to drive after taking this tablet?
It is best to avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how the tablet affects you, as it can cause drowsiness.