MK Cough A Syrup is a combination medicine used to treat cough. It thins the mucus in the nose and windpipe, making it easier to cough out. This medicine also relieves throat irritation and provides cooling sensation.

MK Cough A 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, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, headache, rash, tremor, and increased heart rate. 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 taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of MK Cough A Syrup

Cough

Benefits of MK Cough A Syrup

In Cough

MK Cough A 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. MK Cough A Syrup also soothes your throat and gives relief from irritation. Along with medications, drink enough luke warm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.

Side effects of MK Cough A 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 MK Cough A

Nausea
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Dizziness
Headache
Rash
Tremors
Increased heart rate
Upper abdominal pain
Urticaria
Itching
Sweating
Changes in serum aminotransferase levels
Bloating
Indigestion

How to use MK Cough A 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. MK Cough A Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How MK Cough A Syrup works

MK Cough A Syrup is a combination of four medicines: Ambroxol, Guaifenesin, Menthol and Terbutaline.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with MK Cough A Syrup. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

MK Cough A 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 MK Cough A Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether MK Cough A Syrup alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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

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Quick tips

MK Cough A Syrup relieves cough associated with bronchitis, bronchial asthma, emphysema and other broncho-pulmonary disorders.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
If you are diabetic, monitor your blood glucose regularly while taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of thyroid or heart disease.
Stop taking MK Cough A Syrup 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.

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Patient concerns

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Please mention content of tablet

PATIENT having cough cold chest congestion and pain in right ear. he has no history of any allergies. cries in night due to pain. nose also blocked

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

start with syp augmenting duo 5 Mk three times a day, syp maxtra two times a day and syp ibugesic plus 3 ml three times a day for five days

Sir, In a car accident when my face collided against steering, front portion of my tongue was wounded badly in between by my teeth. Even after six months of accident that portion of my tongue has not healed completely. I feel some boils and irritation there. I applied mugel ointment for some time, but of no avail. Please suggest what should I do. Regards. Mk PATIENT

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

In case it has not healed than its need proper evaluation sometimes when u r diabetic than its take time to settle down but I think u should visit ent specialist near you for proper examination

FAQs

Will a higher than the recommended dose of MK Cough A Syrup be more effective?

No, taking higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having increased side effects. If you do not find any relief in your symptoms while taking MK Cough A Syrup, please consult your doctor.

In which type of cough will the doctor prescribe MK Cough A Syrup?

MK Cough A Syrup is indicated in the treatment of a cough that is associated with excessive mucus secretion.

Are there any contraindications associated with use of MK Cough A Syrup?

It is not recommended to use MK Cough A Syrup if you have hypersensitivity to any of the components of the formulation. Avoid the medication if you have pre-existing ischaemic heart disease, significant risk factors for ischaemic heart disease and gastric ulceration.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of MK Cough A Syrup?

Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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