Adol Cold Caplets

ADOL Cold caplets, is indicated for the fast effective temporary relief of the symptoms of cold & flu, including nasal congestion, sore throat, cough, aches, pain, and fever.

Adol Cold contains 3 active ingredients:

1. Paracetamol 325 mg, produces analgesia by elevating the pain threshold centrally and antipyresis through an action on the hypothalamic heat-regulating center
2.  Pseudoephedrine HCl 30 mg, a decongestant, which provides temporary relief of nasal congestion making it easier to breathe.
3.  Dextromethorphan 15 mg, a centrally acting cough suppressant which is effective in relieving the cough that may accompany the common cold due to throat irritation.

Dosage & Administration:

Adol cold is indicated for adults and children older than 6 years old & formed as caplets for easier swallowing. The general dose for adults and children over 12 years is 2 caplets every 6 hours (maximum 8 caplets per day). Children 6-12 years old; 1 caplet every 6 hours (maximum 4 caplets per day)

Do Not take Adol Cold caplets if you have:

• An allergy to any of the ingredients
• Very high uncontrolled blood pressure 
• Kidney problems
• Severe coronary artery disease
• Children under 6 years old
• pregnant 
• Taken MAO inhibitors in the last 2 weeks
• Have asthma attack

Before Prescribing Adol Cold, remember the following:

1. Check if the patient has any medical problem; hypertension, diabetes, kidney /liver/ respiratory/ prostate/ thyroid problems, glaucoma, epilepsy, etc.
2. Check if the patient is using any other medications: check for drug-drug interactions
3. Check for the presence of any allergies
4. This medication may cause dizziness in some patients, patients should take care if they drive or operate heavy machines. 
5. It may cause some minor side effects, if you experience any serious side effects, patients need to be referred to their doctor. 
6. Store this medication at room temperature, in a dry place, protected from light and away from children.
7. Pseudoephedrine carries the risk of abuse; continuous use can lead to tolerance and increased doses may cause cardiovascular and CNS toxicity.