Yanicold Oral Drops is commonly prescribed in children to treat common cold symptoms like sore throat, runny nose, cough, sneezing, watery eyes, body ache, and fever.

Yanicold Oral Drops is a combination of paracetamol, sympthatomimmetic- alpha 1 (Nasal), and first generation H1 antihistaminic medicines.

Uses of Yanicold Oral Drops in children

Treatment of Common cold

Benefits of Yanicold Oral Drops for your child

In Treatment of Common cold

Yanicold Oral Drops 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 to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours.

Yanicold Oral Drops usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.

Side effects of Yanicold Oral Drops in children

Yanicold Oral Drops does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Yanicold

Diarrhea
Rash
Nausea
Headache
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Dizziness
Tachycardia
Palpitations
Fear
Anxiety
Restlessness
Tremors
Weakness
Discomfort when urinating
Hallucination
Convulsion

How can I give Yanicold Oral Drops to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. Yanicold Oral Drops may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Yanicold Oral Drops works

Yanicold Oral Drops is a combination of three medicines: Chlorpheniramine, paracetamol, and phenylephrine which relieves common cold symptoms. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic that relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (fever reducer). It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine is a nasal decongestant that narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.

Safety advice

Kidney

CAUTION

Yanicold Oral Drops should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Yanicold Oral Drops may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Yanicold Oral Drops should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Yanicold Oral Drops may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if I forget to give Yanicold Oral Drops to my child?

Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it’s almost the time for the next dose. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule and do not give a double dose to catch up with the missed dose.

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Quick tips

Yanicold Oral Drops may make your child feel sleepy. Ensure your child takes extra care when taking part in physical activities.
Never combine Yanicold Oral Drops with other cold and flu medicines as that may lead to side effects.
Stop Yanicold Oral Drops and immediately report to the doctor if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties.
Practice self-care tips:
1. Clean and disinfect surfaces after sneezing and coughing to avoid allergy
2. Give your child plenty of fluids as it helps to thin and to loosen the mucus in the lungs
3. Restrain your child from having dairy products, coffee, and foods that are spicy and fried. All these can trigger coughing
4. Make your child gargle with warm saltwater
5. Ensure your child takes enough rest.

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Patient concerns

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

Common cold with bronchitis fever two days Fever with common cold & bronchitis

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

There are many underlying causes of your symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of child. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. Your child may need antibiotics and/or other prescription drugs.

Bouts , common cold. Some bouts .

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

Recurrent common cold &runny nose

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

For cough, cold -- Prevent dehydration. Fluids may help thin secretions and soothe an irritated throat. Dry, hacking coughs respond to honey in hot water, tea, or lemon juice. Drink plenty of fluids to replace those lost from sweating and having a runny nose, get plenty of rest, eat healthily ? a low-fat, high-fibre diet is recommended, including plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables. OTC drugs, gargling with salt water and sucking on menthol sweets can help relieve a sore throat and blocked nose, are generally safe for older children and adults to take, but might not be suitable for babies, young children. Avoid applying Vicks VapoRub to babies and toddlers.You should never give children under 4 years of age over-the-counter cough and cold products without checking with your child's doctor. These medicines may harm young children. There are many underlying causes of Patient?s symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of patient. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine patient in detail. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you specific treatment.

FAQs

What if I give too much Yanicold Oral Drops by mistake?

Prolonged or excess intake of Yanicold Oral Drops can put your child at risk of developing serious side effects like seizures, rapid heart rate, /depression, cognition defects and inability to concentrate. Always stick to the prescribed dose. To pour out the right dose, use the calibrated cup provided with the medicine by the manufacturer. Do not use a kitchen teaspoon as it will not give the correct estimate.

How can I store Yanicold Oral Drops?

Yanicold Oral Drops should be stored at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Also, keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.

My child has a cough and fever. Can I give him two medicines together?

Do not give your child more than one cough or cold medicine at a time unless advised by the doctor. The reason being, both the medicines could have the same ingredients. This would be equivalent to an overdose and could have serious implications on your child. Always consult your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Can I give my cough medicine to my child?

Never give your child the medicines that have been recommended for use by adults. Children should only be given the medicines specifically formulated for them, else it may cause unwanted side effects. Check the label of the medicine properly before use in your child. Give the medicine to your child in the prescribed dose specifically. It is best to take your child to the doctor if the symptoms are bothersome or fail to improve even after treatment.

Can Yanicold Oral Drops make my child sleepy?

Yanicold Oral Drops may cause mild drowsiness effect, making your child feel sleepy. So, be cautious and never give this medicine to induce sleep. Forced sleep could mask any underlying sleep disorder like insomnia. It’s always best to consult your child’s doctor before giving this medicine to your child.

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