Product introduction
Wikoryl 10 Tablet is a three-in-one medicine taken to relieve the symptoms of the common cold. It pairs an antihistamine, a decongestant and a fever-and-pain reducer, so it can ease a stuffy or runny nose, sneezing, headache and fever together. It does not cure the underlying infection but helps a person feel more comfortable while the cold settles. It should be taken only as prescribed by a doctor.
Storage: Store below 25°C.
Uses of Wikoryl Tablet
- Relief from common cold symptoms
Benefits of Wikoryl Tablet
By combining three actions in one tablet, Wikoryl 10 helps on several fronts. The paracetamol lowers a raised temperature and eases pain such as headache and body ache. The antihistamine reduces allergy-type symptoms like sneezing and a watery, runny nose. The decongestant narrows the swollen blood vessels in the nasal lining, relieving congestion and making breathing easier. Used together, these effects can make the day-to-day symptoms of a cold much more bearable.
Side effects of Wikoryl Tablet
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Insomnia (difficulty sleeping)
- Palpitations
- Anxiety
- Restlessness
- Tremors
- Weakness
How to use Wikoryl Tablet
Take this tablet in the dose and for the duration your doctor advises. Swallow it whole with water; do not chew, crush or break it. It may be taken with or without food.
How Wikoryl Tablet works
Wikoryl 10 Tablet works through three ingredients acting together. Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that eases sneezing, watery eyes and a runny nose. Paracetamol reduces fever and relieves pain by blocking the body's pain-and-fever chemical messengers. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks swollen blood vessels in the nose, clearing a blocked nose. Between them they tackle the main symptoms of a cold.
Substitutes for Wikoryl 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
It is not known whether alcohol is safe with this medicine. Please check with your doctor.
This medicine is considered highly unsafe in pregnancy, as it may seriously harm the developing baby. Do not use it unless your doctor directs otherwise.
This medicine is unsafe while breastfeeding, as it may be harmful to the baby. Consult your doctor.
This medicine can reduce alertness, blur your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy, so avoid driving after taking it.
Use with caution if you have severe kidney disease; a dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor.
Use with caution if you have liver disease; a dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor.
Quick tips
- The tablet may make you feel sleepy, so avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.
- Do not take it alongside other cold or flu remedies, which may contain the same ingredients.
- Drink plenty of fluids and rest well to help your body recover.
- Stop the medicine and see your doctor if you develop a rash, facial swelling or trouble breathing.
- Do not take more than the prescribed dose, as extra paracetamol can harm the liver.
Fact box
| Chemical class | — |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action class | — |
Frequently asked questions
What does Wikoryl 10 Tablet treat?
It relieves the symptoms of the common cold, including fever, headache, a blocked or runny nose and sneezing. It does not cure the underlying infection.
Can this tablet cause drowsiness?
Yes. Its antihistamine ingredient can make you feel sleepy, so avoid driving or handling machinery until you know how you respond.
Is it safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
No. It is considered highly unsafe in pregnancy and unsafe during breastfeeding. Speak to your doctor about safer options.
Can I take it with another cold remedy?
No. Many cold and flu products share the same ingredients, so combining them risks an overdose, especially of paracetamol. Check with your doctor or pharmacist.
How should I take the tablet?
Swallow it whole with water, with or without food, in the dose your doctor has prescribed. Do not chew, crush or break it.