Kofcas-DX Syrup
bottle of 100.0 ml Syrup.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Phenylephrine (5mg/ml) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg/ml) + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (10mg/ml) |
| Manufacturer: | Cassopeia Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Kofcas-DX Syrup is a medicine used in the treatment of common cold and cough, providing quick relief from cough and common cold symptoms like runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and congestion or stuffiness. Kofcas-DX Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide. It is used in the treatment of common cold and cough. It can provide quick relief from cough and common cold symptoms like runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and congestion or stuffiness. However, it is usually taken only for a short time until the symptoms clear up.
Kofcas-DX Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide. Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is a cough suppressant which relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough center in the brain.
Can the use of Kofcas-DX Syrup cause sleepiness or drowsiness?
Yes, Kofcas-DX Syrup may cause feelings of drowsiness or make you fall asleep during daily activities. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights, and engaging in potentially dangerous activities until you know how the medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience such episodes while taking this medication.
Will Kofcas-DX Syrup be more effective if taken in more than recommended dose?
No, exceeding the recommended dosage will not increase effectiveness and may even lead to potential side effects and toxicity. If you experience increased symptoms that aren't relieved by the recommended doses, consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
Can I breastfeed while taking Kofcas-DX Syrup?
No, it is not advisable to breastfeed while using Kofcas-DX Syrup. This medication contains Chlorpheniramine, an antihistamine, which may pass into breast milk and potentially harm the baby. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are advised to take this medicine.
What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Kofcas-DX Syrup?
Keep this medication in its original container or packaging, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions provided on the package label or leaflet. Do not dispose of the medication down the drain. Ensure that it is not accessible to pets, children, or other individuals.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Kofcas-DX Syrup may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Kofcas-DX Syrup helps in the treatment of dry cough and other common cold symptoms.
- It is usually taken only for a short time until the symptoms clear up.
- Measure the syrup with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup
- Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
- Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache.
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Kofcas-DX Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Kofcas-DX Syrup is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Kofcas-DX Syrup 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.
