Oncet-CF Tablet

Cetirizine (5mg)+ Paracetamol (500mg)+ Phenylephrine (10mg)

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Oncet-CF Tablet is used in the treatment of common cold symptoms like runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and congestion or stuffiness. It is also used to relieve pain and fever.

Written By Dr. Shreya Gupta, MDS (Oral Pathology & Microbiology), BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology,
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:11 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Cetirizine (5mg)+ Paracetamol (500mg)+ Phenylephrine (10mg)

Marketer

Medley Pharmaceuticals

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Oncet-CF Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, headache, fatigue, dryness in the mouth, and allergic reaction. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

Uses of Oncet-CF Tablet

Treatment of Common cold

Benefits of Oncet-CF Tablet

Treatment of Common cold
Oncet-CF Tablet is a combination of medicines that effectively relieves symptoms of the 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.

This medicine is safe and effective. It 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 Oncet-CF Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Oncet-CF

Sleepiness
Vomiting
Fatigue
Dryness in mouth
Headache
Constipation

How to use Oncet-CF Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Oncet-CF Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Oncet-CF Tablet works

Oncet-CF Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Cetirizine, Paracetamol and Phenylephrine, which relieves common cold symptoms.

Quick tips

Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
It make you feel dizzy. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Oncet-CF Tablet affects you.
Smoking may worsen the effect; therefore use of tobacco should be avoided.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Oncet-CF Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Oncet-CF Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Oncet-CF Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Oncet-CF Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Oncet-CF Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Oncet-CF Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Oncet-CF Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Oncet-CF Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Is it safe to use Oncet-CF Tablet?

Yes, Oncet-CF Tablet is safe for most of the patients. However, in some patients it may cause unwanted side effects like nausea, vomiting, headache, fatigue, dizziness, dryness in the mouth, sleepiness, allergic reaction. If you experience any persistent problem while taking this medication, inform your doctor as soon as possible.

Can the use of Oncet-CF Tablet cause dizziness?

Yes, the use of Oncet-CF Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for sometime and resume once you feel better. Do not drive or use any machines.

Can the use of Oncet-CF Tablet cause nausea and vomiting?

Yes, the use of Oncet-CF Tablet can cause nausea and vomiting. Taking it with milk, food or with antacids can prevent nausea. Avoid taking fatty or fried foods along with this medication. If vomiting occurs, drink plenty of water or other fluids. Talk to your doctor if vomiting persists. You should also let your doctor know if you are unable to drink water and there are signs of dehydration, like dark colored and strong-smelling urine and a low frequency of urination. Do not take any other medicine without consulting your doctor.

Is it safe to use Oncet-CF Tablet?

Can the use of Oncet-CF Tablet cause dizziness?

Can the use of Oncet-CF Tablet cause nausea and vomiting?

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

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User feedback

Patients taking Oncet-CF Tablet

Twice A Day

66%

Once A Day

18%

Thrice A Day

16%

What are you using Oncet-CF Tablet for?

Fever

31%

Headache

21%

Others

17%

Nasal congestion (blocked nose)

14%

Allergic disorders

14%

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

36%

Average

33%

Poor

31%

What were the side-effects while using Oncet-CF Tablet?

No Side Effect

29%

Sleepiness

29%

Dryness in mouth

14%

Headache

14%

Stomach pain

14%

How do you take Oncet-CF Tablet?

With food

71%

With or without food

29%

Please rate Oncet-CF Tablet on price

Average

53%

Not Expensive

27%

Expensive

20%

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Marketer details

Name: Medley Pharmaceuticals
Address: Medley House, D2, M.I.D.C. Area, Andheri (East), Mumbai-400 093, INDIA

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Country of origin: India

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Oncet-CF Tablet

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Marketer

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Product introduction

Uses of Oncet-CF Tablet

Benefits of Oncet-CF Tablet

Side effects of Oncet-CF Tablet

How to use Oncet-CF Tablet

How Oncet-CF Tablet works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Is it safe to use Oncet-CF Tablet?

Can the use of Oncet-CF Tablet cause dizziness?

Can the use of Oncet-CF Tablet cause nausea and vomiting?

Is it safe to use Oncet-CF Tablet?

Can the use of Oncet-CF Tablet cause dizziness?

Can the use of Oncet-CF Tablet cause nausea and vomiting?

Fact Box

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