Product introduction
Zyrcold Tablet combines an antihistamine with a mucus-thinning agent to handle cold and allergy symptoms alongside a chesty cough. It is aimed at situations where sneezing, a runny nose and watery eyes appear together with mucus in the airways, since one tablet addresses both fronts. This makes it convenient for common cold or allergy episodes that come with a productive cough rather than a dry one. It is available only against a prescription and should be taken as your doctor instructs.
Storage: Store below 25°C, away from direct light and moisture, and keep out of reach of children.
Uses of Zyrcold Tablet
- Runny nose and sneezing from allergies or a cold
- Productive cough with mucus buildup
- Watery, itchy eyes accompanying allergy symptoms
- Nasal and chest congestion occurring together
Benefits of Zyrcold Tablet
Calms sneezing, a runny nose and itchy, watery eyes triggered by allergies,Loosens thick mucus so a chesty cough clears more easily,Eases nasal and chest congestion occurring at the same time
Side effects of Zyrcold Tablet
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Abnormal taste in the mouth
- Tightness in the throat
- Numbness of the tongue
- Numbness in the mouth
- Dry mouth
- Drowsiness
How to use Zyrcold Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.,Do not chew, crush or break the tablet before taking it.,It may be taken with or without food, as your doctor recommends.
How Zyrcold Tablet works
Cetirizine blocks histamine, the chemical behind sneezing, itching and a runny nose in allergic reactions.,Ambroxol breaks down thick mucus in the airways, making it thinner and easier to cough out.,Used together, they calm allergy symptoms while also helping clear chest congestion at the same time.
Substitutes for Zyrcold 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 can intensify the drowsiness this tablet may cause, so it is best avoided during treatment.
Safety in pregnancy has not been clearly established, so use it only if your doctor advises.
Cetirizine can pass into breast milk and may affect a nursing baby, so it is not advisable while breastfeeding.
It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, so avoid driving, operating machinery or working at heights until you know how it affects you.
It is generally best avoided in people with significant kidney impairment unless a doctor decides otherwise.
People with liver disease should use it carefully and may need a dose adjustment.
Quick tips
- Drink extra fluids to help loosen mucus while taking this tablet.
- Be careful while driving, since the tablet can cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people.
- Sip water through the day if it leaves your mouth feeling dry.
- Stop taking it about three days before any scheduled allergy skin test.
- See a doctor if your cough lasts beyond two weeks.
Fact box
| Chemical class | Not specified |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | Respiratory |
| Action class | Not specified |
Frequently asked questions
Can I drink alcohol while taking Zyrcold Tablet?
No, alcohol should be avoided as it can worsen the drowsiness this tablet may already cause.
Is it safe to breastfeed while using this tablet?
It is not advisable, since the cetirizine component can pass into breast milk and may affect the baby.
Does Zyrcold Tablet make you feel sleepy?
Yes, it can cause drowsiness in some people, so avoid driving or hazardous tasks until you know how you react to it.
Will taking a higher dose clear symptoms faster?
No, exceeding the recommended dose does not work faster and raises the risk of side effects, so stick to what your doctor prescribes.
What can I do about dry mouth caused by this tablet?
Drinking water regularly through the day usually helps ease the dryness while you are on this medicine.