How does Zoden work?

When the patient takes this medication, the active ingredient Chlorpheniraminemingles with histamine H1 receptor. This leads to the inhibition of the function of endogenous histamine.This result in temporary reduction of the negative signs and symptoms caused by the saturated natural histamines of the body. This medication is not ideal for long-term cough from smoke or any respiratory diseases. It can be used for acute cough. It works as an expectorant by loosening the mucus. It gives a symptomatic relieve in the treatment of nasal congestion by narrowing the vessels in the nose.

What are the indications of Zoden?

• Redness on the skin
• Itchiness or scally skin
• Irritation of the eye
• Runny nose
• Skin bumps
• Acute cough
• Acute nasal congestion.

What are the contraindications of Zoden?

• In children below the age of 6 years.
• In children with breathing problem and chronic bronchitis
• Chronic cough with excessive mucus.
• Cardiac disease.
• High BP.
• Thyroid problem
• Diabetes mellitus.

What are the drug interactions of Zoden?

• Donepezel
• Ethotoin
• Fosphenytoin
• Penytoin
• Galatamine
• Telithromycine
• Tacrine
• Voriconazole
• Trospium

Food interactions:

• Alcohol
• Always take with food.

What is the doasge of Zoden?

This medication is available at the strength of 5mg and 10mg. The initial dose is 5mg, once in a day before bed time. Depending on the severity of the condition, your health care provider may increase the strength according to the requirement.

It is also available in liquid form for children between the age of 6-12 years,  which is given as 2 dropperfuls (2ml) in every 4-6 hourly, should not exceed the dose more than 4 doses.

What are the side effects of Zoden?

Some of the common side effects of this medication are headache and nausea. Talk to your doctor if the conditions become worst. The patients under this medication rarely develop any serious side effects. Take medical assistance if you notice any serious symptom like tremor fainting, dizziness, irregular heart rates, painful urination, mood changes, nervousnes, sleep disturbance or seizure.

What should you do if you missed dose?

You always take a missed dose once you remember it.You should always skip the missed dose if you recall it in the next schedule. Do not try a double dose because it can lead to serious complications.

How should you store this medic ation?

Always store this medication at room temperature, between 25-30 degrees C. Do not freeze the medication. Keep it away from heat and light. Dispose the expired or unused medication in proper way and keep it out of the reach of children.

What are the precautions of Zoden?

• Avoid this medication if you are allergic to phenylephrine or guaifenesin or any other ingredient of the preparation.
• Always consult with your doctor prior to using this medication if you are experiencing breathing problem, cough with blood or mucus, High blood pressure, increased heart rate or suffering from painful urination.
• Inform your physician if you are a diabetic patient.
• Always inform your physician before taking the medicatioif you have any thyroid related disorder or any eye problem like glaucoma.
• You can catch dizziness, drowsiness or blurred vision after taking this medication. Always avoid driving any vehicles or going out at night time alone.
• This medication should be used only after the consultation with your physician if you are suffering from any hepatic or liver problem.
• This medication is strictly contraindicated in the children under the age of 6 years.
• Zoden is contraindicated in pregnancy and lactating women.