Cufed Expectorant
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Introduction of Cufed Expectorant
Cufed Expectorant is a combination medicine used in the treatment of cough. 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.
Cufed Expectorant is a combination of mucolytics, expectorants, and H1 antihistaminics (first generation) medicines.
Cufed Expectorant is a combination of mucolytics, expectorants, and H1 antihistaminics (first generation) medicines.
Uses of Cufed Expectorant
Benefits of Cufed Expectorant
In Cough
Cufed Expectorant 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. Cufed Expectorant also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. Along with medications, drink enough lukewarm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.
Side effects of Cufed Expectorant
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 Cufed
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Bloating
- Diarrhea
- Indigestion
- Stomach pain
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Sweating
- Rash
- Hives
How to use Cufed Expectorant
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. Cufed Expectorant may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Cufed Expectorant may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cufed Expectorant 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 Cufed Expectorant during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Cufed Expectorant may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cufed Expectorant is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cufed Expectorant may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Cufed Expectorant may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Use of Cufed Expectorant may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Cufed Expectorant should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cufed Expectorant may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Cufed Expectorant in these patients.
Limited information is available on the use of Cufed Expectorant in these patients.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Cufed Expectorant
- Cufed Expectorant helps relieve cough that is accompanied with mucus.
- Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
- 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 Cufed Expectorant 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.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
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