Trecold-N Tablet is used to treat common cold symptoms. It provides temporary relief from stuffiness in the nose. It also helps to relieve allergy symptoms like runny nose and watery eyes.

Trecold-N Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. It is better to take it with food to avoid stomach upset. 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 doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, insomnia, restlessness, coordination impaired, and headache. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It can also cause dizziness and 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 make dizziness worse.

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. Also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Trecold-N Tablet

Treatment of Common cold

Benefits of Trecold-N Tablet

In Treatment of Common cold

Trecold-N Tablet is a combination of medicines 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.

Side effects of Trecold-N 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 Trecold-N

Nausea
Vomiting
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Dizziness
Impaired coordination
Headache
Sedation
Inability to concentrate
Irritability
Tremors
Diarrhea
Dryness in mouth
Fatigue
Blurred vision

How to use Trecold-N 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. Trecold-N Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Trecold-N Tablet works

Trecold-N Tablet is a combination of four medicines: Caffeine, Diphenhydramine, Paracetamol, and Phenylephrine, which relieves common cold symptoms.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Trecold-N Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Trecold-N Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Trecold-N Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Trecold-N Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Trecold-N Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Trecold-N Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advised for dose adjustment.

Liver

CAUTION

Trecold-N Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Trecold-N Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Trecold-N Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Trecold-N 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

Trecold-N 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.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for cold.
Call your doctor if your symptoms have not improved within seven days of treatment or if you develop a fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat, severe dizziness or anxiety, severe headache, fever, or rash.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any antidepressants.
Along with taking Trecold-N 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

Is asthalin can be given to kids 4 yrs from common cough, litle fever n some cold

Dr. Soumyashree Hota

Paediatrics

Asthalin is for productive coughFor lil fever u cn giv paracetamol & syp timinic 5 ml thrice

Blokege in earwax n cold always

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

Blockage can also be due to cold and cold cn be allergic visit ent specialist near you

Cold n fever n nose blowing gg

Dr. Pranav Gupta

Paediatrics

Most throat pains, coughs and colds are viral induced illness. For such illness, the best we can offer is a symptom specific treatment. Paracetamol available over the counter can be used for fever. Please use saline nasal drops to open blocked nose. I would advise you to get your kid examined by a paediatrician if symptoms persists or worsen.Your queries were being answered by paediatrician Pranav Gupta, New Delhi. To help us server you better, please submit a feedback on https://www.1mgdoctors.com/reviewdoctor/dr-pranav-40b65fe7d6

FAQs

What is Trecold-N Tablet?

Trecold-N Tablet is a combination of four medicines: Paracetamol, Caffeine, Diphenhydramine, and Phenylephrine. This combination is helpful in relieving the symptoms of cold such as body ache, headache, fatigue, fever, watery eyes, sneezing, cough, sore throat, runny and stuffy nose.

Are there any foods which I have to avoid while taking Trecold-N Tablet?

Trecold-N Tablet contains caffeine. So, it is preferable to avoid medicines or food that contain caffeine. Foods like coffee, tea, cola drinks or chocolate should be avoided as they may add to your total caffeine intake. Also, avoid drinking alcohol (beer, wine etc) while you are taking this medicine.

Can the use of Trecold-N Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?

Yes, Trecold-N Tablet can make you feel drowsy or sleepy. Avoid driving a car, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities at the beginning of your treatment until you know how this medicine affects you.

Are there any serious side effects associated with the use of Trecold-N Tablet?

Serious side effects with Trecold-N Tablet are uncommon and rare. Tell your doctor as soon as possible if you notice allergic reactions, skin rash or peeling, mouth ulcers, breathing problems, unexplained bleeding, recurrent fevers or infections, vision disturbances, fast or irregular heartbeat.

Can I breastfeed while taking Trecold-N Tablet?

No, it is not advisable to breastfeed while using Trecold-N Tablet. This medicine contains diphenhydramine, an antihistamine, which can pass into the breast milk and may harm the baby. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are advised to take this medicine.

Will a higher than the recommended dose of Trecold-N Tablet be more effective?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects and toxicity. If the recommended doses do not relieve your symptoms or there is an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.

Are there any contraindications associated with use of Trecold-N Tablet?

It is not recommended to use Trecold-N Tablet if you have high blood pressure (hypertension), any underlying serious heart condition or cardiovascular disorder, any history of stomach ulcers or overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), unless advised by the doctor. The use of Trecold-N Tablet should also be avoided if you are taking antidepressant drugs. These drugs, called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), may include phenelzine and isocarboxazid or tricyclic antidepressants like imipramine and amitriptyline.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Trecold-N Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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