A-COLD DROP

A-COLD DROP

The image shows a 15 mL bottle of A-COLD Oral Drops with a measuring/dropper device. The front label states that it contains:

• Paracetamol

• Phenylephrine HCl

• Chlorpheniramine Maleate

• Form: Oral drops

• Brand: A-COLD Drops

What each ingredient does

1. Paracetamol (acetaminophen)

   • Reduces fever

   • Relieves mild pain, such as headache or body aches.

   • It does not treat the underlying viral infection.

2. Phenylephrine hydrochloride

   • A decongestant.

   • Reduces swelling of blood vessels in the nasal passages, helping with a blocked/stuffy nose.

3. Chlorpheniramine maleate

   • An antihistamine.

   • Helps reduce runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes and allergy-related symptoms.

   • It can cause sleepiness/drowsiness. (Apollo Pharmacy)

Important point about the photograph

The strength/concentration of each ingredient is not clearly visible on the front of the package. That matters a lot because this is a pediatric oral-drop formulation, and the correct dose depends on the exact concentration and the child's age/weight. Similar cold-drop products can have substantially different concentrations. (Apollo Pharmacy)

So I would not recommend giving a specific number of drops based only on this photograph.

Why extra caution is needed in children

Because this is a combination cold medicine, giving it together with another cold/fever medicine can accidentally duplicate ingredients—particularly paracetamol. Combination products containing paracetamol, phenylephrine and chlorpheniramine are generally intended for symptomatic relief of cold/allergy symptoms. (Apollo Pharmacy)

Potential effects include:

• Drowsiness or sleepiness

• Dizziness

• Nausea

• Dry mouth

• Headache

• Phenylephrine can affect blood pressure and heart rate in susceptible people. (Apollo Pharmacy)

If this is for a baby or young child, please don't give it until the exact concentration and child's age/weight are confirmed.

If you upload a clear photo of the back/side of the box or bottle, I can read the exact composition, strength, age restrictions, dosage instructions, expiry/manufacturer information, and explain each line in detail.