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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.

Clarinase is indicated for the symptomatic treatment of seasonal allergic rhinitis such as,

sneezing, runny or itchy nose, and eyes, when accompanied by nasal congestion in adults and children 12 years of age and over.

Clarinase contains 2 active ingredients:

• Loratadine 5mg, an anti-histamine 
• Pseudoephedrine 120 mg, a decongestant 

Dosage & Administration:

The usual dose for adults and children over 12 years old is 1 tablet every 12 hours can be taken with or without food. Swallow the whole tablet without crushing or breaking, the treatment duration is usually 10 days.

Before prescribing Clarinase, remember the following:

• Don't take this medication if you have an allergy to any of the ingredients
• Don't take this medication if you used a MAO inhibitor in the last 2 weeks
• patients older than 60 years of age might be more sensitive to the effect of Clarinase, use in caution. 
• If the patient is taking any medication, check for drug-drug interactions
• avoid in patients with glaucoma, difficulty in urinating, urinary tract blockage, high blood pressure, heart or blood vessel disease, a history of stroke, or an overactive thyroid.
• Avoid in pregnancy/ breastfeeding 
• some patients may experience drowsiness when using Clarinase, which may affect their ability to drive or operate machines. 
• Clarinase contains Lactose and sucrose, avoid in patients with intolerance to some sugars. 
• Clarinase may cause some side effects like trouble sleeping, dizziness, dry mouth, etc. , if you experience any serious side effects, patients need to be referred to their doctor.
• Store this medication at room temperature, in a dry place, protected from moisture and away from children.
• Pseudoephedrine carries the risk of abuse; continuous use can lead to tolerance and increased doses may cause cardiovascular and CNS toxicity.

Bepanthen^® Moisturizing Cream contains the active ingredient dexpanthenol in a highly absorbant, slightly fatty emulsion. Dexpanthenol is converted in the skin into the vitamin pantothenic acid and supports the development and regeneration of the skin from within. The cream has a soothing and cooling effect due to its high moisture content.

Indications:

Bepanthen^® Moisturizing Cream is used for treating overstressed and irritated but intact skin associated with:

• Redness and sunburn
• Pressure marks
• Mild burns
• Rough areas of skin like on the hands, elbows or feet

Before using Bepanthen^® Moisturizing Cream, remember the following:

• Apply Bepanthen^® Moisturizing Cream once to several times daily as required.
• It has a high safety profile and may be used during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
• Avoid using Bepanthen Cream if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to one or more of the ingredients in the product 

REFRESH PLUS is a lubricating eye drops that contains the active ingredient Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium (0.5%), which instantly lubricate and moisturize the eyes, with its preservative-free formula, it acts like your own natural tears and comes in sterile, single-use vials you can take with you anywhere.  

Indications:

• For the temporary relief of burning, irritation, and discomfort due to dryness of the eye or exposure to wind or sun, or after LASIK or other eye surgeries.
• May be used as a protectant against further irritation.

Before using Refresh Plus eye drops, remember the following:

• To avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface. 
• Do not reuse. Once the vial is opened, discard.
• Do not touch unit-dose tip to eye.
• If solution changes color or becomes cloudy, do not use
• the usual dose is 1-2 drops in the affected eye, as needed or as directed by the doctor
• If the patient is not improving or worsening within 72 hours, referral is needed.