Lemsip Cold & Flu Headcold

Paracetamol, the active ingredient in Lemsip Cold & Flu Headcold, is an analgesic presented as an oral tablet for oral use. It provides symptomatic relief of headache, fever, sore throat and other cold or flu related discomforts in adults and children when used as directed.

GNH USA supplies Lemsip Cold & Flu Headcold as a licensed, GDP‑compliant international pharmaceutical supplier serving pharmacies and clinics worldwide. The company adheres to stringent quality standards and provides reliable sourcing for global healthcare providers.

Paracetamol is used to relieve symptoms associated with common cold and flu pathways.

Headache: reduces pain and discomfort caused by tension or sinus pressure. Fever: lowers elevated body temperature. Cold symptoms: eases nasal congestion, sore throat and mild aches. Flu symptoms: mitigates body aches, chills and general malaise. Sore throat: soothes irritation and pain in the throat.

Paracetamol is generally well tolerated, but adverse reactions can occur.

Common Side Effects: - Nausea or mild stomach upset. - Transient headache. - Dizziness or light‑headedness. - Skin rash or mild itching.

Serious or Rare Side Effects: - Severe skin reactions such as Stevens‑Johnson syndrome. - Anaphylactic or anaphylactoid reactions. - Hepatotoxicity, especially with overdose or chronic high‑dose use. - Blood disorders like thrombocytopenia or neutropenia. - Acute renal failure in susceptible individuals.

Paracetamol should be used with awareness of potential risks and appropriate safeguards.

Do not exceed recommended daily dose: follow prescriber or label instructions. Avoid concurrent use of other paracetamol‑containing products: prevents accidental overdose. Limit alcohol consumption: reduces risk of liver injury. Monitor liver function in patients with pre‑existing hepatic disease. Pregnancy and breastfeeding: consult a healthcare professional before use. Store at ambient temperature: keep below 25 °C, in the original packaging, protected from moisture and direct sunlight.

Paracetamol may interact with several medicines; awareness helps prevent adverse outcomes.

Major Interactions (Avoid): - Other paracetamol‑containing products: risk of overdose. - Strong hepatotoxic agents (e.g., high‑dose isoniazid): increased liver toxicity. - Alcoholic beverages: synergistic hepatic stress.

Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely): - Warfarin: may enhance anticoagulant effect, monitor INR. - Enzyme‑inducing anticonvulsants (e.g., carbamazepine, phenytoin): may reduce paracetamol efficacy. - Oral contraceptives: may slightly increase hepatotoxic risk.