Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml belongs to the class of cough and cold medications primarily used to treat symptoms of the common cold and allergies (allergic rhinitis). The common cold is a respiratory illness affecting the nose and throat. It is mostly caused by viruses known as “rhinoviruses”. The virus enters the body through the nose, mouth, or eyes and spreads easily through droplets in the air when the person who is sick sneezes, coughs, or talks. Allergies are caused by the 'allergens' that release 'histamine' to release in the blood, thereby causing a stuffy nose, watery eyes, itching nose/throat, etc.

Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml is a combination of five drugs, namely: Paracetamol (mild analgesic and antipyretic), Phenylephrine (decongestant), Chlorpheniramine (antihistamine), Sodium citrate (mucolytic agent), and menthol (cooling agent). Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins that are responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. Chlorpheniramine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Sodium citrate is a mucolytic agent (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Menthol is a cooling agent that relieves minor irritation in the throat and provides a cooling sensation.

Take Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml with or without food as advised by your doctor. Some people may experience drowsiness, nervousness, mild headache, dizziness, insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep), blurred vision, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and dry mouth. Most of these side effects of Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant, it is advised to inform your doctor before taking Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml. Do not use Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml in breastfeeding mothers without a doctor’s advice as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause harm to the baby. Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. Please do not take more than the prescribed dose of Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml as it may cause liver damage and severe adverse effects. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), chronic bronchitis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), blockage in the stomach or intestines, enlarged prostate gland, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml.

Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml is used to treat symptoms of the common cold and allergies. The detailed uses of Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml are as follows:

• Common cold: Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml reduces nasal congestion, sneezing, and runny nose caused by viral infections.
• Relief from allergic rhinitis: Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml reduces symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, and nasal congestion due to allergens.
• Treatment of headaches: Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml reduces headaches that occur with colds or sinus infections.
• Body pain: Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml provides relief from muscle pain and general body aches during illness.
• Reduction of fever: Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml lowers high temperatures associated with colds and flu.

• Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor.
• It is advised to take Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml exactly as prescribed by your doctor, following the recommended dosage to achieve optimal results.
• Check the label for directions before using Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml.
• Measure the advised dose using the measuring cup and take it orally.
• Avoid using regular household spoons, as they may not measure the dose correctly.
• Shake the bottle well before use.

Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml is a combination of five drugs: Paracetamol, Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine, Sodium citrate and menthol. Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins that are responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. Thereby providing relief from congestion and decreasing mucus production. Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine (anti-allergic drug) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergy such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. Sodium citrate is a mucolytic agent (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe and nose. Thereby helping to cough out easily. Menthol is a cooling agent that relieves minor irritation in the throat and provides a cooling sensation. Together, they help relieve symptoms of a common cold like headache, fever and allergies like stuffy nose, watery eyes, itching nose/throat, etc.

If you are allergic to Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant, it is advised to inform your doctor before taking Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml. Do not use Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml in breastfeeding mothers without a doctor’s advice as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause harm to the baby. Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. Please do not take more than the prescribed dose of Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml as it may cause liver damage and severe adverse effects.  Avoid using Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), chronic bronchitis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), blockage in stomach or intestines, enlarged prostate gland, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Numicold DS Oral Suspension 60 ml.