Codral Cold & Flu + Cough Day & Night – 48 Capsules
Dual-phase daytime and nighttime relief from cold, flu, and dry cough symptoms
Capsule Type Ingredient Strength Purpose
Day (green/white) Paracetamol 500 mg Pain relief, fever reduction

Phenylephrine hydrochloride 5 mg Decongestant for blocked/runny nose
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide 10 mg Cough suppressant
Night (red/white) Paracetamol 500 mg Pain/fever relief
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide 10 mg Suppresses dry cough
Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg Sedating antihistamine; relieves runny nose, aids sleep

Combination OTC Tablet for symptomatic relief of cold and flu. Includes analgesic, decongestant, cough suppressant, and antihistaminic components.

Mode of Action
Paracetamol reduces fever and alleviates pain by inhibiting central pain pathways

Phenylephrine shrinks nasal blood vessels to reduce congestion

Dextromethorphan suppresses the cough reflex via central nervous system modulation

Chlorpheniramine acts as a sedating antihistamine to ease runny nose and support rest

Helps relieve symptoms of colds and flu including headache, fever, cough, nasal congestion, runny nose, body aches, watery eyes, and facilitates sleep.

Adults & children ≥12 years:

Day Capsulees: 2 Capsulees every 4–6 hours, up to 6 per day.

Night Capsulees: 2 Capsulees at bedtime, up to 2 per day.

Maximum: 6 Day + 2 Night in 24 hours.

Duration: Adults – up to 3 days; children – up to 2 days unless advised medically

Central nervous: dizziness, drowsiness, excitation, insomnia, tremor, hallucinations reported with phenylephrine, chlorpheniramine, dextromethorphan


Cardiovascular: palpitations, tachycardia, arrhythmias, hypertension, hypotension (especially phenylephrine, chlorpheniramine)

Gastrointestinal: nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, dyspepsia

Hepatic: paracetamol overdose risk of severe hepatitis

Allergic/Hypersensitivity: rare rash, fixed eruptions, anaphylaxis
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Warnings & Precautions
Not for children under 12
Avoid use with other paracetamol, decongestants, antihistamines to prevent overdose or excessive sedation

Caution: cardiovascular disease, hypertension, glaucoma, diabetes, hyperthyroidism, epilepsy, enlarged prostate, liver/kidney impairment, alcohol dependency

Alcohol intensifies sedation and respiratory depression risk

May impair driving or operating machinery due to dizziness or sedation

Paracetamol: risk of hepatotoxicity with long-term use, alcohol use, or warfarin therapy

Pseudoephedrine/Phenylephrine: additive cardiovascular effects with MAO inhibitors, beta-blockers, TCAs, stimulants

Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan: increased sedation with CNS depressants (e.g. alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines)

Paracetamol is generally considered safe in pregnancy/breastfeeding.

Phenylephrine, dextromethorphan, chlorpheniramine – use only if benefits outweigh risks; consult healthcare provider

FAQ (Q&A Format)
Q1. Can I combine Day and Night Capsulees in one day?
A1. Yes—as directed: up to 6 Day and 2 Night Capsulees in 24 hours.

Q2. How soon will I feel better?
A2. Symptom relief may begin within 1–2 hours for pain and congestion, cough suppression within hours, with full benefits over a few days.

Q3. What if symptoms persist?
A3. Discontinue and seek medical attention if symptoms last longer than 3 days (adults) or 2 days (children)

Q4. Can it make me sleepy?
A4. Night Capsulees contain chlorpheniramine—a sedating antihistamine that may cause drowsiness; caution advised especially if driving .

Q5. Is it safe with alcohol?
A5. No—alcohol increases sedation and harms liver if combined with paracetamol .

What is Codral Cold & Flu + Cough Day & Night used for?
Codral Cold & Flu + Cough combines paracetamol, dextromethorphan, phenylephrine, and chlorpheniramine in day and night Capsulees to relieve cold and flu symptoms—including fever, pain, dry cough, nasal congestion, and runny nose—providing round-the-clock relief for adults and teens.

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