Dgcold P 0.05% Nasal Drops is a medicine that helps clear and soothes the blocked nose, thereby relieving nasal congestion due to common cold, hay fever, or other respiratory allergies in children.

Dgcold P 0.05% Nasal Drops is used in the treatment of blocked nose in common cold and flu

Uses of Dgcold P 0.05% Nasal Drops in children

Treatment of Nasal congestion (blocked nose)

Benefits of Dgcold P 0.05% Nasal Drops for your child

In Treatment of Nasal congestion (blocked nose)

Children constantly catch common colds and also suffer from hay fever or allergic rhinitis. A typical symptom of all these is nasal congestion. Dgcold P 0.05% Nasal Drops helps relieve nasal congestion by contracting and narrowing down the blood vessels in the linings of the nasal passages. This decreases blood flow into the linings of the nose and sinuses, which reduces swelling and the feeling of congestion. It should be used as prescribed and should not be used for more than seven days in a row (preferably less). Talk to your child’s doctor if the symptoms do not improve.

Side effects of Dgcold P 0.05% Nasal Drops in children

Dgcold P 0.05% Nasal 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 Dgcold

Nasal irritation
Dry nose
Nausea
Headache
Burning sensation

How can I give Dgcold P 0.05% Nasal Drops to my child?

Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Tilt your head as far back as possible and hold the dropper close to the nose without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine in the nose. Bend your head forward for a few minutes.

How Dgcold Nasal Drops works

Dgcold P 0.05% Nasal Drops is a nasal decongestant. It helps in opening up the nasal passages by reducing excessive nasal secretions and also reducing the swelling in the blood vessels in the inner surface of the nose. This provides temporary relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.

Safety advice

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if I forget to give Dgcold P 0.05% Nasal Drops to my child?

If you miss a dose of Dgcold P 0.05% Nasal Drops, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Do check the medicine’s ‘expiry’ date before using it.
Do not give more than the recommended dose as it can lead to side effects.
Do not use it more than 3 times a day.
Prolonged use and abrupt stoppage of Dgcold P 0.05% Nasal Drops can lead to complications. Follow the doctor’s prescription carefully.
One container of Dgcold P 0.05% Nasal Drops should only be used only by one person. This is to avoid spreading infection from one person to another. Do not share the same medicine with others.
Encourage your child to inhale the steam as it may help relieve symptoms.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Phenylpropane Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Sympthatomimmetics- alpha 1 (Nasal)

Patient concerns

Nasal congestion, cough, vomiting, ear blocked and pain

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. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment.

Nose blocked unable to breathe. Used nasal clear still blocked

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

Can be due to deviated septum Visit ent specialist

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Marketer details

Name: Kenrox Healthcare Pvt. Ltd

Address: 6/29,1St Floor,Near Supari Factory,Nanhera Road,Kuldeep Nagar, Ambala Cantt, (Haryana)

Country of origin: India

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