Sinocof Syrup
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Product introduction
Sinocof Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness. It also reduces the activity of the cough center in the brain.
Sinocof 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, stomach upset, insomnia, high blood pressure, and palpitations. 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.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. Keep it out of reach of children. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Sinocof 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, stomach upset, insomnia, high blood pressure, and palpitations. 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.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. Keep it out of reach of children. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Uses of Sinocof Syrup
Benefits of Sinocof Syrup
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. Sinocof Syrup suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Along with taking Sinocof Syrup, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.
Side effects of Sinocof 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 Sinocof
- Nausea
- Upset stomach
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- High blood pressure
- Palpitations
How to use Sinocof 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. Sinocof Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Sinocof Syrup works
Sinocof Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Phenylpropanolamine and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide. Phenylpropanolamine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is a cough suppressant that relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Sinocof Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Sinocof 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 Sinocof Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Sinocof Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Sinocof Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Sinocof Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
Sinocof 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 Sinocof Syrup?
If you miss a dose of Sinocof 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.
Sinocof Syrup
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Quick tips
- Sinocof Syrup 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.
- Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have a cough for more than 7 days.
- Let your doctor know if you are taking any anti-depressants.
- 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.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
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- Drugs.com. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide. [Accessed 05 Feb. 2019] (online) Available from:
- PubChem. Phenylpropanolamine. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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