Written by Regina Victoria Boyles, MD · Pediatrics
Umcka® is a brand that comes in several variants that include oral syrups, chewable tablets, powder sachets, and drink powder. All preparations are best taken at the first sign of symptoms and continued for 48 hours after symptoms have subsided.
For the oral syrups, only use the included medical-grade measuring cup. Do not use a normal household spoon, as this may not measure the accurate dose.
The chewable tablets should be placed in your mouth and chewed and dissolved thoroughly before swallowing. Do not dissolve it in a glass of water or swallow it whole.
The FastActives® powder comes in a convenient sachet. Open the sachet and pour the contents directly into your mouth and swallow. Do not dissolve the solution in water, juice, or other liquids.
The drink powder should be dissolved in 4 to 6 oz. of hot or cold water, depending on your preference.
Umcka® is best stored at room temperature away from direct light and moisture. To prevent drug damage, you should not store Umcka® in the bathroom or the freezer. There may be different variants of Umcka® that may have different storage needs. It is important to always check the product package for instructions on storage, or ask your pharmacist. For safety, you should keep all medicines away from children and pets.
You should not flush Umcka® down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. It is important to properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist for more details about how to safely discard your product.
Before using this drug, tell your doctor if:
There isn’t enough information about the safety of using Umcka® during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Please always consult with your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before taking Umcka®.
All supplements have the potential to elicit side effects even with normal use. Many side effects are dose-related and will resolve when it is adjusted or at the end of therapy.
Potential side effects while using Umcka® include:
You may experience some, none, or other side effects not mentioned above. If you have any concerns about a side effect or it becomes bothersome, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
To avoid any potential drug interactions, you should keep a list of all the drugs you are using (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products) and inform your doctor and pharmacist.
Because P. sidoides contains coumarin, it may increase the risk of bleeding when taken together with warfarin and other similar medicines.
If you experience an adverse drug interaction, stop taking this drug and continue taking your other medication. Inform your doctor immediately to reevaluate your treatment plan. Your dose may need to be adjusted, substituted with another drug, or discontinue using the drug.
This medication may be taken with or without food. If you experience any gastrointestinal discomfort, taking this medication with meals may prevent this symptom. It is important to drink enough water while taking this medication.
The liquid extract preparation of this medication may contain alcohol thus alcohol consumption should be limited to prevent intoxication, especially in children or adults who need to drive or operate machinery.
Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have any concerns regarding food-drug interactions.
Umcka® should be taken with caution if you have any of the following conditions or risk factors:
Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have any concerns regarding specific health conditions.
The information provided is not a substitute for any medical advice. You should ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before using Umcka®.
Umcka® ColdCare
Original liquid: take 1.5 mL 3 times a day.
Alcohol-free liquid: take 1.5 mL 3 times a day.
Syrup: take 1 1/2 teaspoons (7.5 mL) 3 times a day.
Hot drink: dissolve 1 sachet in hot or cold water, depending on your preference. Take it 3 times a day.
Chewable tablet: take 1 chewable tablet 3 times a day.
FastActives® sachet: take 1 sachet 3 times a day.
Umcka® ColdCare Day + Night
Hot drink:
Umcka® Cough
Syrup: Take 1 1/2 teaspoons (7.5 mL) 3 times a day.
Umcka® Cold+Flu
Syrup: Take 1 1/2 teaspoons (7.5 mL) 3 times a day.
Umcka® Allergy+Sinus
Chewable tablet: Take 1 chewable tablet 3 times a day.
Umcka® ColdCare Kids
Syrup:
Chewable tablet:
FastActives® sachet:
Umcka® ColdCare
Original liquid:
Alcohol-free liquid:
Syrup:
Hot drink:
Chewable tablet:
FastActives® sachet:
Umcka® ColdCare Day + Night
Hot drink:
Umcka® Cold+Flu
Syrup:
Umcka® Allergy+Sinus
Chewable tablet:
Umcka® Cough
Syrup:
Umcka® is available in the following variants and dosage forms:
In case of an emergency or an overdose, call your local emergency services or go to your nearest emergency room.
If you miss a dose of Umcka®, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your regular dose as scheduled. Do not take a double dose.
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