Kuflex Syrup is used in the treatment of cough. It thins mucus in the nose, windpipe and lungs, making it easier to cough out. It also produces a sensation of coolness and relieves minor throat irritation.

Kuflex 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, stomach discomfort, diarrhea, vomiting, headache, rash, tremor, and muscle cramp. 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 Kuflex Syrup

Cough

Benefits of Kuflex Syrup

In Cough

Kuflex 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. Kuflex Syrup also soothes your throat and reduces irritation. Along with medications, drink enough lukewarm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.

Side effects of Kuflex 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 Kuflex

Nausea
Stomach discomfort
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Allergic reaction
Dizziness
Headache
Rash
Hives
Tremor
Palpitations
Muscle cramp

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

How Kuflex Syrup works

Kuflex Syrup is a combination of four medicines: Ambroxol, Menthol, Salbutamol and Guaifenesin. Ambroxol is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Menthol is an organic compound which produces a sensation of coolness and relieves minor throat irritation. Salbutamol/albuterol is a bronchodilator which relax the muscles in the airways and widen the airways. Guaifenesin is an expectorant which works by decreasing the stickiness of airway secretions and helps in their removal from the airways. Together, they make breathing easier.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Kuflex 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 Kuflex Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Kuflex Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kuflex Syrup may cause side effects such as dizziness, increased or uneven heart rate, muscle cramps or muscle pain. This may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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

What if you forget to take Kuflex Syrup?

If you miss a dose of Kuflex 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.

Kuflex Syrup

₹34/Syrup

Terbokab-S Syrup

Kabson Medicare

₹35/syrup

49% cheaper

Ambros GM Syrup

Indkus Biotech India

₹35/syrup

49% cheaper

Ambrorelief Syrup

UniBiotics Pharmaceutical

₹59/syrup

13% cheaper

Exlin S Syrup

Hi-Cure Biotech

₹90/syrup

32% costlier

Lynorest A Syrup

Lyrid Healthcare Pvt Ltd

₹76/syrup

12% costlier

Quick tips

Kuflex 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 Kuflex 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

What is a dry and productive cough syrup for baby

Dr. Gopal 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

Diabetology

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 Chandhan 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 Gupta

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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