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Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet


Introduction of Alerfri SF Tablet

Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of common cold symptoms like runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness. It also helps in relieving pain and fever.

Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet1, Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet2, and Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet3.

Uses of Alerfri SF Tablet

Benefits of Alerfri SF Tablet

In Common cold

Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet is a combination medicine that effectively relieves symptoms of common cold, such as blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. It also shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours. These actions make breathing easier.

Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by your doctor, and do not stop using it unless you are advised otherwise.

Side effects of Alerfri SF Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Alerfri SF

  • Nausea
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Allergic reaction
  • Nervousness
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Restlessness
  • Weakness
  • Sleepiness

How to use Alerfri SF Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Larger doses or more prolonged use of Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet may cause drowsiness and other effects in the baby or decrease the milk supply
Driving
UNSAFE
Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

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Quick tips

Alerfri SF Tablet

  • Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet is prescribed to get relief from symptoms of common cold.
  • Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
  • Call your doctor if your symptoms have not improved within seven days of treatment.
  • Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for cold.
  • Along with taking Alerfri SF 650 mg/60 mg/2.5 mg Tablet do the following simple tips at home to get relief:
    1. Steam inhalation.
    2. Gargling with warm saltwater.
    3. Apply vapor rubs on chest, back if needed. Take enough rest.
    4. Take warm food and fluid only. Ensure adequate fluid intake.
    5. Advise hygiene measures to reduce spread: frequent hand-washing, avoiding sharing towels, pillowcases, etc.

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Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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can I take alerfri sf & azithral500 together
Dr. Gladson Guddappa Uchil
ENT
no, azithral is to be taken on empty stomach and alerfri after food
common cold,snizning and headache which tab can take to common cold?
Dr. Shubhra Chandhan Pradhan
ENT
Take tab LCZ PLUS and consult an ENT specialist for proper clinical examination
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