Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Paracetamol
Drug Class
Fever/Flu/Cough
Chemical Class
Alkaloid
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also cl...
ATC Code
N02BE01
Status
Essential Medicine
What is Coldrex?
Uses
Brompheniramine and pseudoephedrine is a combination medicine used to treat symptoms of the common cold or seasonal allergies, including ...
How It Works
Chemical Class
Alkaloid
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Nasal Decongestants pharmacological group
Pseudoephedrine are the derivatives of Pseudoephedrine (HCl). It is of Natural origin and belongs to Alkaloid. It belongs to Alpha & Beta adrenergic agonist pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Nasal Decongestants pharmacological group. The Molecular Weight of Pseudoephedrine (HCl) is 201.70. Its pKa is 9.22.
How to Take It
1
Adult · PO
60 to 240 mg — 4 hourly
2
Adult · PO
120 mg — 2 hourly
3
Adult
Scraped Dose
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. You should not use antihistamine medication to make a child sleepy. Measure liquid medicine with the supplied measuring device
4
Child · Oral
1.5 mg/kg — 8 hourly
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Safety Alerts
Do not use brompheniramine and pseudoephedrine if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days
A dangerous drug interaction could occur
MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid , linezolid , phenelzine , rasagiline , selegiline , and tranylcypromine
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to brompheniramine or pseudoephedrine
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have: a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
Important Warnings
Follow all directions on the label and package
Use exactly as directed
Side Effects
DizzinessdrowsinesspalpitationtachycardiaGI disturbancessedation
Drug Interactions
Using brompheniramine and pseudoephedrine with other drugs that make you drowsy can worsen this effect. Ask your doctor before using opioid medication
a sleeping pill
a muscle relaxer
or medicine for anxiety or seizures. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine if you are also using any other drugs
including prescription and over-the-counter medicines
vitamins
and herbal products . Some medicines can cause unwanted or dangerous effects when used together. Not all possible interactions are listed in this medication guide.
Storage
Syrup Store in a well closed container, Below 30°C. Do not Freeze. Protect from Sunlight. Tab Store in a well closed container, Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight.
Price Intelligence
Rs 451
DVAGO observed price · per pack of 100 · as of 30 July 2026
Rs 4.51 per unit
No approved ceiling matched to this exact pack and strength.
Prices across sources
DVAGOper pack of 100Rs 451
ServaidRs 69.75
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Ordered by lowest price per unit where a pack size is known, then by price. Order is never affected by sponsorship. Not medical advice — confirm any change with your pharmacist or doctor.
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