Kofadex Syrup is a combination medicine used to treat cough. It thins the mucus in the nose and windpipe, making it easier to cough out.

Kofadex Syrup 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, indigestion, bloating, upset stomach, diarrhea, headache, 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 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 sleepiness worse.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any lung, liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

Uses of Kofadex Syrup

Cough

Benefits of Kofadex Syrup

In Cough

Kofadex Syrup gives relief from cough by loosening thick mucus and making it easier to cough it out. It also makes it easier for air to move in and out of your airways. This reduces the frequency of coughing and makes you feel better. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Along with medications, drink enough lukewarm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.

Side effects of Kofadex Syrup

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 Kofadex

Nausea
Indigestion
Bloating
Upset stomach
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Headache
Sweating
Allergic reaction

How to use Kofadex Syrup

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. Kofadex Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Kofadex Syrup works

Bromhexine, dextromethorphan and ammonium chloride which relieve dry cough. Bromhexine is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant that relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain. Ammonium chloride is an expectorant which decreases the stickiness of mucus (phlegm) and helps in its removal from the airways.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Kofadex Syrup. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Kofadex 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.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Kofadex Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Kofadex Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Kofadex Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Kofadex Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

UNSAFE

Kofadex Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Kofadex Syrup?

If you miss a dose of Kofadex Syrup, 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.

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Quick tips

Kofadex Syrup is prescribed to get relief from cough.
Drink warm water to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
In general, most coughs do not last more than 2 weeks. If your cough does last longer than this then it's better to see your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or asthma.

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Patient concerns

What is a dry and productive cough syrup for baby

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

In dry cough cough suppressants are used. In productive cough mucolytics are used.

i have dry cough & cold so which syrup i take levosalbutamol / terbutaline I am a MR in fdc i have salbutol-ls syrup

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

U can take montair LC and cough suppressant if it's dry cough

Cold and nasal block from 2 to 3 days and now followed by dry cough. Whereas the clod and nasal block has reduced. Cough will be heavy in closed room under A/c but no cough while walking / jogging / climbing stairs. What to do ? Shall I use Ambrolite D ?

Dr. Shubhra Chandan Pradhan

ENT

Don't use it, it may be infective cough. Ambrolyte D will suppress your cough and it will accumulate in chest. This is good in dry cough

I am 29 weeks into my pregnancy. Have extreme dry cough and was given augmentin 625 and then some DCT syrup. None have had any effects. Please suggest something as i cannot sleep at nights due to dry coughing And now i am suggested TusQ Dx Should i consume it???

Dr. Megha Tuli

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Please avoid cough syrups in pregnancy. Warm water and salt gargling and honey help soothe a cough. you can take dabur haunts syrup if cough is persistent.

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References

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Drugs.com. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
ScienceDirect. Ammonium chloride. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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