NO Cough Syrup is used in the treatment of cough with mucus. It thins mucus in the nose, windpipe and lungs, making it easier to cough out. It also provides relief from runny nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes.
NO Cough 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 healthcare team 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, vomiting, diarrhea, upset stomach, 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 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. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
NO Cough Syrup gives relief from cough with mucus. It helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes breathing easy and reduces the frequency of coughing. NO Cough Syrup usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Along with medications, drink enough luke warm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.
Side effects of NO Cough 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 NO Cough
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Bloating
Stomach pain
Indigestion
Dizziness
Headache
Sweating
Skin rash
Hives
How to use NO Cough 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. NO Cough Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How NO Cough Syrup works
NO Cough Syrup is a combination of two medicines:
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with NO Cough Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
NO Cough 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 NO Cough Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether NO Cough Syrup alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
NO Cough Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of NO Cough Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on the use of NO Cough Syrup in these patients.
Liver
CAUTION
NO Cough Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of NO Cough Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on the use of NO Cough Syrup in these patients.
What if you forget to take NO Cough Syrup?
If you miss a dose of NO Cough 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.
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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
NO Cough Syrup is prescribed to get relief from cough with mucus.
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.
If feel dizzy after taking NO Cough Syrup, you should not drive or operate any machinery.
In general, most coughs do not last more than 2 weeks. If your cough does last longer than this, 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
Cold & cough(lots) with mucus. Runny nose. No fever. For 3 days now. Tried Tixylix cough syrup & Solvin AF. No relief. Can i give this?
Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani
Paediatrics
Dr need a diagnosis to suggest you medicine or give opinion. Diagnosis cannot be done without clinical examination of patient.There are many underlying causes of your symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of child.Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail.All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. Your child may need antibiotics and/or other prescription drugs.
Dear ma'am I delivered a baby boy on 2 Aug 16 thru cesarian section. From then onwards I got cough and khaansi I take medicine home remedies also but no use. Is it harmful?? Plz tell any remedies for my cough.thnx
Dr. Megha Tuli
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Hi PATIENT dabur honitus and hot ginger tea and honey helps with cough. I would not suggest you to take any cough syrup at the moment if you are breastfeeding.
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