Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of common cold symptoms like runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness. It also helps in relieving pain and fever.

Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effect is an allergic reaction. This is temporary and usually resolves with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

Uses of Paracip CPM Tablet

Common cold

Benefits of Paracip CPM Tablet

In Common cold

Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet is a combination medicine that effectively relieves symptoms of common cold such as blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours.

This medicine is safe and effective. Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.

Side effects of Paracip CPM Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Paracip CPM

Sleepiness
Allergic reaction

How to use Paracip CPM Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Paracip CPM Tablet works

Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Chlorpheniramine Maleate and Paracetamol which relieve common cold symptoms.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Larger doses or prolonged use of Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby

Driving

UNSAFE

Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What if you forget to take Paracip CPM Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet is prescribed to get relief from symptoms of common cold.
Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
Call your doctor if your symptoms have not improved within seven days of treatment.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for cold.
Along with taking Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet do the following simple tips at home to get relief:
1. Steam inhalation.
2. Gargling with warm saltwater.
3. Apply vapor rubs on chest, back if needed. Take enough rest.
4. Take warm food and fluid only. Ensure adequate fluid intake.
5. Advise hygiene measures to reduce spread: frequent hand-washing, avoiding sharing towels, pillowcase, etc.

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Patient concerns

He has high fever can i give him paracip 500

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

Monitor temperature of Patient. If Patient has fever place a cool, damp washcloth on your child's forehead. Give your Patient a lukewarm tub bath or a sponge bath. Give a sponge bath as follows: - ? Use lukewarm water [90?F (32.2?C) to 95?F (35?C)]. Do not use cold water, ice, or rubbing alcohol, which will lower the child's body temperature too quickly. ? Sponge for 20 to 30 minutes. ? Stop if the child starts to shiver. If your child doesn't like the sponge bath or doesn't feel better after the bath, there is no need to give another one. You can use paracetamol also along with above measures to control fever till you consult Dr. will determine underlying disorders by clinical examination which range from mild conditions to the most serious of bacterial and viral illnesses and will prescribe medicines accordingly. Advice given without doing clinical examination can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient.

Dose of paracip drops as suffering from high fever Age of patient is 17months

Dr. Pranav Gupta

Paediatrics

Dear parent, this portal is neither intended to provide prescriptions nor to verify or testify any doctor's prescription as medicines could only be prescribed after clinical examination, which unfortunately is not possible over the app. However, it is our endeavour to provide evidence based guidance.Over The Counter medicines are those for which a doctor's prescription is not needed. They are made available under supervision of a qualified pharmacist and pharmacist has the responsibility to guide the patient regarding use of the medicine.PARACIP is an OTC medicine. Please contact your pharmacistYour queries were being answered by paediatrician Pranav Gupta. To help us server you better, please submit a feedback on https://www.1mgdoctors.com/reviewdoctor/dr-pranav-40b65fe7d6

Common cold with bronchitis fever two days Fever with common cold & bronchitis

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

There are many underlying causes of your symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of child. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. Your child may need antibiotics and/or other prescription drugs.

She 101 degree fever from s2day we consult with doctor in our area .He prescibed paracip and novamox syrup . For last two days my daugter didnt go for motion all . We feel that if she goes motion fever will reduce

Dr. Rahul Yadav

Paediatrics

Hello, motion less is generally due to less oral intake. It would not have any effect on fever. Still in addition to the treatment also increase oral water intake.

Bouts , common cold. Some bouts .

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

For cough, cold -- Prevent dehydration. Fluids may help thin secretions and soothe an irritated throat. Dry, hacking coughs respond to honey in hot water, tea, or lemon juice. Drink plenty of fluids to replace those lost from sweating and having a runny nose, get plenty of rest, eat healthily ? a low-fat, high-fibre diet is recommended, including plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables. OTC drugs, gargling with salt water and sucking on menthol sweets can help relieve a sore throat and blocked nose, are generally safe for older children and adults to take, but might not be suitable for babies, young children. Avoid applying Vicks VapoRub to babies and toddlers.You should never give children under 4 years of age over-the-counter cough and cold products without checking with your child's doctor. These medicines may harm young children.

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Paracip CPM 5 mg/500 mg Tablet

Product introduction

Uses of Paracip CPM Tablet

Benefits of Paracip CPM Tablet

In Common cold

Side effects of Paracip CPM Tablet

Common side effects of Paracip CPM

How to use Paracip CPM Tablet

How Paracip CPM Tablet works

Safety advice

What if you forget to take Paracip CPM Tablet?

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

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