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Zedex-P Cold Syrup is used to treat cough. It works by reducing cough receptor activity, making sputum less viscous and relieving congestion and throat irritation. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as nausea, diarrhoea, bloating, indigestion, vomiting, stomach upset, sweating, dizziness, and headache. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Wockhardt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Zedex-P Cold Syrup

Zedex-P Cold Syrup is an oral medicine used to temporarily relieve coughs, chest congestion, and a blocked nose caused by the common cold, flu, or respiratory allergies. It contains active ingredients that work together to thin sticky mucus, quieten persistent coughing, and open up swollen nasal passages. This combined action helps ease breathing and makes coughing more productive.

For the best results, you should take Zedex-P Cold Syrup consistently as directed by your doctor. You can take this medicine with or without food. To help the medicine work better, make simple lifestyle changes such as drinking plenty of warm fluids throughout the day and using a steam inhaler to naturally loosen congestion.

While taking Zedex-P Cold Syrup, some people may experience mild side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, or a mild stomach upset. These effects are usually temporary and go away as your body adjusts. However, you must contact your doctor immediately if you experience serious side effects like a rapid or pounding heartbeat, severe dizziness, or signs of an allergic reaction.

Do not take this if you have severe high blood pressure, severe heart disease, or if you have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) medicine within the past 14 days. Talk to your doctor before starting Zedex-P Cold Syrup if you have diabetes, thyroid problems, high blood pressure, or prostate issues so they can ensure it is safe for you.

This medicine can interact with alcohol, which can significantly increase drowsiness and dizziness. Smoking should also be avoided because tobacco smoke irritates the airways and can make your cough worse. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or are an older adult, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication.

Uses of Zedex-P Cold Syrup

Zedex-P Cold Syrup is used to temporarily relieve coughs, chest congestion, and a blocked nose caused by the common cold, flu, or respiratory allergies. The detailed uses of Zedex-P Cold Syrup are as follows:

  • Productive and dry cough: Zedex-P Cold Syrup helps by calming the cough reflex in your brain to quieten dry coughs while also loosening phlegm to make wet coughs more productive.
  • Chest congestion: This medicine breaks down thick, sticky mucus in your lungs, making it easier to cough up and clear from your airways.
  • Nasal congestion: It relieves nasal stuffiness and sinus pressure by narrowing swollen blood vessels in your nose, allowing you to breathe comfortably.
     

Key Benefits

Zedex-P Cold Syrup helps relieve multiple symptoms of the common cold and cough in a single formulation. By easing congestion, thinning mucus, and soothing throat irritation, it helps you feel more comfortable while your body recovers.

  • Provides Relief from Multiple Cold Symptoms: By combining medicines that target different symptoms, Zedex-P Cold Syrup helps relieve cough, nasal congestion, mucus build-up, and throat discomfort, reducing the need for multiple separate medications.
  • Helps You Breathe More Comfortably: By loosening chest mucus and clearing blocked nasal passages, Zedex-P Cold Syrup makes it easier to breathe and helps reduce discomfort caused by persistent coughing.
  • Promotes Better Rest and Recovery: By calming throat irritation and controlling cough, especially at night, Zedex-P Cold Syrup helps improve sleep quality, allowing your body to rest and recover more effectively.
     

Directions for Use

  • Take Zedex-P Cold Syrup with food or as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.
  • Shake the bottle well before each use.

How Zedex-P Cold Syrup Works

Zedex-P Cold Syrup combines four active ingredients that target different parts of your respiratory system to relieve your symptoms. Bromhexine is a mucolytic agent. It works by breaking down the chemical structure of thick, sticky phlegm in your airways, making it thinner and much easier for you to cough up. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It acts on the cough centre in the brain to temporarily block the signals that trigger the coughing reflex, which effectively quiets dry, hacking coughs. Phenylephrine is a nasal decongestant. It works by narrowing the swollen blood vessels inside your nasal passages. This reduces swelling, opens up your airway, and eases sinus pressure. Menthol acts as a cooling agent. When swallowed, it creates a soothing sensation in your throat, which helps ease tickling sensations and reduces mild throat irritation.
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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Zedex-P Cold Syrup. Please consult your doctor before using Zedex-P Cold Syrup. However, it is better to avoid alcohol to prevent the incidence of side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor; there is no substantial research yet on using Zedex-P Cold Syrup in breastfeeding/nursing mothers. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience sleepiness, dizziness, increased/uneven heart rate and shakiness while using Zedex-P Cold Syrup. This may affect your ability to drive. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.

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Liver

Caution

Zedex-P Cold Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Zedex-P Cold Syrup.

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Kidney

Caution

Zedex-P Cold Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Zedex-P Cold Syrup.

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Children

Caution

Zedex-P Cold Syrup is not recommended for use in children less than four years of age. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor, depending on the condition of your child's symptoms and age.

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Heart

Unsafe

Zedex-P Cold Syrup is not recommended in cardiac patients due to its adverse effects. However, if prescribed, extreme caution should be exercised.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Zedex-P Cold Syrup should be used under caution in geriatric patients. Please consult your physician.

What if I have taken an overdose of Zedex-P Cold Syrup

If you suspect an overdose, or if someone has accidentally swallowed a large amount of this medicine, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an overdose can include extreme drowsiness, severe dizziness, a rapid heartbeat, nausea, or severe restlessness.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Increase warm fluids: Drink warm water, herbal teas, or clear broths. This works together with the medicine to thin mucus and soothe your throat.
  • Use a cool-mist humidifier: Running a humidifier in your room adds moisture to the dry air, which helps soothe irritated breathing passages and relieves nasal congestion.
  • Avoid respiratory irritants: Stay away from tobacco smoke, dust, and strong chemical fumes, as these can trigger coughing fits and worsen airway inflammation.
  • Get plenty of rest: Allow your body time to heal by resting, which helps your immune system fight off the underlying cold or infection.
     
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Zedex-P Cold Syrup to start to work: Zedex-P Cold Syrup starts to show its action within 30 to 60 minutes of instillation. The time for which the effects of Zedex-P Cold Syrup last: Zedex-P Cold Syrup effect lasts for 6 to 8 hours.

What if you forget to take Zedex-P Cold Syrup

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular timing. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Storage

•Store the medicine at room temperature, ideally between 15°C and 30°C (59°F to 86°F). •Do not freeze this medicine, and keep the bottle tightly closed when you are not using it.

Drug Warnings

  • Always inspect the liquid inside the bottle before taking your dose; do not take it if you notice any unusual cloudiness, changes in colour, or floating particles.
  • Avoid driving, riding a bicycle, or operating tools or machinery if this medicine makes you feel dizzy or sleepy.
  • Be cautious about taking this medicine close to your bedtime, as the decongestant ingredient may make some people feel unusually awake or restless.
  • Do not take other over-the-counter cough, cold, or sinus medications without checking their labels first, as they may contain the same active ingredients and could cause an accidental overdose.
  • Stop taking this medicine and consult your doctor if your cough lasts for more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by a persistent fever or rash.
     

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs): Do not take this medicine if you are currently taking, or have taken, an MAOI (such as phenelzine, selegiline, or tranylcypromine) in the last 14 days, as this can cause a dangerously high spike in blood pressure.
  • Sedatives and sleep medicines: Taking Zedex-P Cold Syrup alongside medicines that cause drowsiness (like sleeping pills, muscle relaxants, or certain allergy drugs) can severely increase sleepiness and slow down your coordination.
  • Other decongestants: Combining this with other decongestants or stimulant medicines can increase your risk of a fast heart rate and elevated blood pressure.
     

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml with Linezolid may significantly increase the blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml with Linezolid together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Selegiline with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml together can raise blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Selegiline with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml is not recommended, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as chest pain, fever, sweating, light-headedness. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience chest pain, sweating, light-headedness, and fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml with Propofol may lead to increased levels of Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml with Propofol is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml with Sevoflurane can increase the levels of phenylephrine and lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Phenylephrine with Sevoflurane is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Furazolidone with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml can cause an increase in high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Furazolidone with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience chest pain, sweating, light-headedness, consult the doctor immediately.
How does the drug interact with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml with Methylene blue may significantly increase the blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml with Methylene blue together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as chest pain, fever, sweating, light-headedness, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Lomitapide with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml may increase the risk of severity of liver injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Paracetamol and Lomitapide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Taking Desipramine with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml together may lead to side effects like increased blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Desipramine with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml:
Co-administration of Ergotamine with Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml can raise the risk of side effects including high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Zedex-P Cold Syrup 60 ml with Ergotamine together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience tingling, muscle pain, blue or purple discoloration of your fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, tightness in your chest, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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  • Alcohol: Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, as it can significantly increase side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, and mental confusion.
     
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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FAQs

Zedex-P Cold Syrup is used to treat cough.
Zedex-P Cold Syrup consists of four medicines, namely: Bromhexine (mucolytic), Dextromethorphan (cough suppressant), Phenylephrine (decongestant), Menthol (Coolant). Bromhexine makes sputum less viscous and makes it easier to cough out. Dextromethorphan relieves cough by reducing cough receptor activity, thereby affecting signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex. Phenylephrine helps in shrinking the blood vessels in the nostrils and the passage and reducing stuffy nose. Menthol produces a cooling sensation and relieves throat irritation.
Zedex-P Cold Syrup should preferably be used after taking your meal to decrease the occurrence of side effects. Please follow your doctor's advice on how you should use this medicine.
Inform your doctor before taking Zedex-P Cold Syrup, if you have any heart, liver, kidney diseases, depression and Parkinson's disease.
Yes, you may experience headaches and shakiness after using Zedex-P Cold Syrup. Drink plenty of water and take a rest to manage your headache. Shakiness goes away gradually. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist longer.
Zedex-P Cold Syrup is not recommended for use if you have a stomach ulcer since mucolytics like Bromohexine may disrupt the gastric mucosal barrier, therefore cautiously administered in patients with a stomach ulcer.
You should be very cautious. The decongestant component in Zedex-P Cold Syrup can raise blood pressure and increase your heart rate. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine if you have hypertension.
Yes, drowsiness is a common side effect of this medicine. Avoid driving, operating machinery, or doing tasks that require you to be fully alert until you know how it affects you. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if the sleepiness is severe.
You should avoid taking multiple cold medicines together. Many over-the-counter products contain the same active ingredients, which can lead to an accidental overdose. Always check with your pharmacist before combining remedies.
No, you should avoid alcohol while taking this medicine. Alcohol can worsen drowsiness, dizziness, and coordination issues caused by the medication, which can be dangerous. Talk to your doctor if you have questions.
The safety of this combination medicine during pregnancy or breastfeeding has not been fully established. Do not take this medicine without consulting your healthcare provider first. Talk to your doctor.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if your next scheduled dose is only a few hours away, skip the missed dose entirely and resume your normal schedule. Do not take a double dose. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.
If your cough lasts for more than 7 days, returns, or is accompanied by a fever, skin rash, or persistent headache, stop taking the medicine. These symptoms could point to a different underlying condition. Talk to your doctor.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Wockhardt Towers, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai 400051, Maharashtra, India
Other Info - ZED0067
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