Oncet-CF Tablet (Cetirizine 5mg / Paracetamol 500mg / Phenylephrine 10mg)

Medical Description

Oncet-CF tablet is a combination medicine used in allergic rhinitis and nasal congestion. It contains paracetamol, cetirizine and phenylephrine as active ingredients. You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to any of the components of this medicine, having high blood pressure problems or have any liver disease. This medicine should be used under medical supervision, and in doses and duration as prescribed. Before using this medicine, inform the doctor about your detailed medical history.

Uses of Oncet Cf Tablet

Oncet-CF tablet is used for the treatment of allergic rhinitis, fever and nasal congestion.

Contraindications of Oncet Cf Tablet

If you are allergic to this medicine or any of the ingredient of this medicine.
If you have high blood pressure or heart disorder, thyroid problem or difficulty in urination due to enlarged prostate.
If you have any heart disease or a liver problem.

Side effects of Oncet Cf Tablet

There are very rare chances of getting side effects with Oncet-CF tablet. However, you may experience rapid heartbeat, headache, palpitations, dizziness, weakness and nausea.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You experience any skin rashes & allergic symptoms after taking this tablet, discontinue and consult a doctor.
You have any pre-existing medical condition like diabetes mellitus, hyperthyroidism, liver or kidney problem, high blood pressure or heart failure problems etc.
You are taking any other medicines containing paracetamol.

Mode of Action of Oncet Cf Tablet

How Does It Work?
Paracetamol inhibits prostaglandin synthesis, which is responsible for pain. It also acts on the thermoregulatory center in the brain and blocks the effect of pyrogen (which is responsible for fever).
Cetirizine inhibits the allergic symptoms produced by histamines (a certain chemical substance released by the body).
Phenylephrine acts by constricting the arterioles of the nasal mucosa and helps in nasal decongestion.

Directions for Use of Oncet Cf Tablet

Take Oncet-CF tablet as directed by your doctor. wallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine. It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results. Do not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Interactions of Oncet Cf Tablet

Interactions with other medicines
Certain medicines can interfere with the action of Oncet-CF tablet or Oncet-CF tablet itself can affect the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
Always inform your doctor about all the medicine you are taking, that includes all prescribed or non-prescribed herbal medicines, dietary supplements as well as other treatment if you are taking for any disorder.
In particular, if you are taking medicines to stop vomiting, nausea such as metoclopramide, domperidone, anticoagulant like warfarin, medicines used to treat brain-related diseases such as alprazolam, antihypertensive medicines, muscle relaxants, antibiotics such as chloramphenicol etc.
Other medicines containing paracetamol or any topical decongestant containing Phenylephrine should not be used along with this medicine.

Storage and disposal of Oncet Cf Tablet

Store this medicine at room temperature.
Keep this medicine out of the reach of children.

Dosage of Oncet Cf Tablet

Overdose
If you think you have taken too much of Oncet-CF tablet and you are experiencing increased heartbeats, dizziness, nausea or palpitations, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed dose.