Excol Cold F Capsule

Adult dose

Adults (15 years and older) take 2 capsules once, three times a day after meals.

This medication can put a burden on the liver, so individuals who regularly drink more than three cups of alcohol daily should consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. The ingredients in this medication can rarely cause serious skin reactions; therefore, if skin rash or hypersensitivity reactions occur, one must stop taking the medication immediately and consult a professional. This medication contains acetaminophen, so care must be taken not to exceed the maximum daily dosage, and it should not be taken simultaneously with other products containing acetaminophen. Additionally, the pseudoephedrine ingredient in this medication can rarely cause severe skin adverse reactions, so if fever or skin changes occur, one should stop taking the medication and consult a professional. This medication is not safe for individuals with a specific allergic constitution or a history of hypersensitivity, infants under three months old, those taking specific medications, or individuals with severe hypertension or kidney disease. Individuals allergic to the dye included in this medication should take caution, and it is advisable not to take multiple medications simultaneously such as cough medicines, cold medicines, or sedatives. Children suspected of having chickenpox or influenza, individuals with allergies, liver or kidney disease, and pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a professional before use. If symptoms like rash, itching, vomiting, swelling, dizziness, or insomnia occur during use, one must stop taking the medication immediately and consult medical personnel, and severe allergic reactions or respiratory distress, and signs of liver dysfunction should be carefully monitored. Children under two years old should not use this medication except in special cases, and the prescribed dosage and administration must be strictly followed. Do not use for an extended period, avoid alcohol during use, and due to the possibility of drowsiness, refrain from driving or operating machinery. Additionally, when taking this medication with certain diuretics or medications containing licorice, there may be a risk of side effects, so caution is required, and when taken with specific antibiotics, it should be done according to a professional's instructions. Finally, this medication should be stored out of reach of children and kept in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight, and it is important not to transfer it to another container to maintain quality.

Serious side effects

• Hives, swelling (severe swelling), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor → severe allergic reaction
• Severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes → severe cutaneous adverse reaction
• Asthma, shortness of breath or difficulties breathing, cough accompanied by fever → respiratory issues
• Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), profound fatigue → liver abnormalities (jaundice)
• Sudden and severe

Mild side effects

• Rash
• erythema (redness and swelling)
• itching
• nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• constipation
• swelling (edema)
• difficulty urinating
• persistent or severe thirst

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with other products containing acetaminophen, MAO inhibitors, cough suppressants, other cold medications, antipyretic analgesics, sedatives, and antihistamines. This medication should not be used within two weeks of discontinuing an MAO inhibitor. Caution is also needed for individuals taking barbiturates, tricyclic antidepressants, and alcohol.

Food interactions

This medication may interact with potassium-containing agents, glycyrrhizin or its salt-containing agents.

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is also important to keep it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius, avoiding extremes of heat or cold.

Appearance

A light brown powder contained in a reddish-brown capsule, both upper and lower parts.

Package unit

10 capsules/box [10 capsules/PTP x 1]