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Introduction of Cofdex Syrup

New Cofdex Syrup is a medicine used to treat dry cough. It works by directly suppressing the cough reflex in the brain. It also produces a cool sensation and relieves minor throat irritation as well as provides relief from allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing.

New Cofdex Syrup is a combination of cough suppressants, mucolytics, sympathomimetics- alpha 1 (nasal), and menthol.

Uses of Cofdex Syrup

Benefits of Cofdex 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. New Cofdex Syrup suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. Along with taking New Cofdex Syrup, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.

Side effects of Cofdex 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 Cofdex

  • Upset stomach
  • Loss of appetite
  • Flushing of skin
  • Skin rash
  • Itching
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

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

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with New Cofdex Syrup.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
New Cofdex 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 New Cofdex Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
New Cofdex Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
New Cofdex Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of New Cofdex Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
New Cofdex Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
New Cofdex Syrup
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Quick tips

Cofdex Syrup

  • New Cofdex 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. Use a proper measuring cup or spoon to measure the dosage.
  • Inform your docotor if you have or have ever had a breathing problem such as asthma, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis.
  • Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have cough for more than 7 days.
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Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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Getting cough from last 10 days. Cough syrup Cofdex 2 bottel. Currently taking syrup Broxyl AP. Not getting relief. Pls inform any antibiotic if required. Thanks
Dr. Tapas Kumbhkar
Internal Medicine
Advise- x-ray ray chest
I'm having this cough for about 2 weeks now, I have finished two bottles of cofdex but still no effect
Dr. Shubhra Chandhan Pradhan
ENT
It can be infected or allergy. May need antibiotics. Consult an ENT specialist nearby for proper clinical examination and diagnosis
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References

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  2. ScienceDirect. Bromhexine. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. ScienceDirect. Menthol. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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