Coughex Tablet
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Coughex Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling (in eyes, nose, throat), and congestion in the nose. It also thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to cough out.
Coughex 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, diarrhea, stomach pain, indigestion, upset stomach, vomiting, bloating, headache, rash, and sweating. 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 dizziness and 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 make dizziness worse.
Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Uses of Coughex Tablet
Benefits of Coughex Tablet
In Dry cough
A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. It may cause a tickling sensation or itching in the throat and may be due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. Coughex Tablet suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. Apart from this, it also reduces symptoms of allergy like watery eyes, sneezing and runny nose. Along with taking Coughex Tablet, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.
Side effects of Coughex 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 Coughex
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Indigestion
- Upset stomach
- Vomiting
- Bloating
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Rash
- Hives
- Sweating
- Sleepiness
How to use Coughex 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. Coughex Tablet may be taken with or without food.
How Coughex Tablet works
Coughex Tablet is a combination of four medicines:
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Coughex Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Coughex Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Coughex Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Coughex Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Coughex Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Coughex Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take Coughex Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Coughex Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Coughex Tablet is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.
- Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications, e.g., anti-depressants.
- Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have cough for more than 7 days.
- Inform your doctor if you have had a cough for a long time or if you have asthma or suffer from serious asthma attacks, or if your cough is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache.
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Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
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What are you using Coughex Tablet for?
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FAQs
What is Coughex Tablet used for?
Coughex Tablet is used in the treatment of cough. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness. It also thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to cough out.<br>
Can anyone take Coughex Tablet?
Coughex Tablet should be used in adults and children above 12 years only. It is not recommended for younger children unless prescribed specifically by a doctor.<br>
What conditions make Coughex Tablet unsafe to use?
Do not use Coughex Tablet if you have allergies to any ingredients present in it, have taken MAO inhibitor medications in the past 14 days, or have severe heart, liver, or kidney disease, prostate problems, epilepsy, or high blood pressure unless your doctor approves.<br>
How should I manage dry mouth or throat while taking Coughex Tablet?
You can drink plenty of water during the day to ease dry mouth and throat, sometimes caused by Coughex Tablet. Small frequent meals may help with stomach discomfort if you are experiencing it.<br>
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