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Introduction of Kofril Expectorant

Kofril Expectorant is a combination medicine used to treat cough. It thins the mucus in the nose and windpipe, making it easier to cough out. This medicine also relieves allergic symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, throat irritation.

Kofril Expectorant is a combination of four medicines: Kofril Expectorant1, Kofril Expectorant2, Kofril Expectorant3, and Kofril Expectorant4.

Uses of Kofril Expectorant

Benefits of Kofril Expectorant

In Cough

Kofril 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. Kofril 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 Kofril 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 Kofril

  • Diarrhea
  • Rash
  • Nausea

How to use Kofril 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. Kofril Expectorant 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 Kofril Expectorant.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Kofril Expectorant is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Kofril Expectorant during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Kofril Expectorant may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Kofril Expectorant is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Kofril Expectorant is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Kofril Expectorant may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Kofril Expectorant

  • Kofril Expectorant is prescribed to get relief from cough.
  • 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. Use a proper measuring cup or spoon to measure the dosage.
  • In general, most coughs do not last more than 2 weeks. If your cough does last longer than this then it's better to see your doctor.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or asthma.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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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
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References

  1. Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Ammonium Chloride and Sodium Citrate Expectorant. Mumbai, India: GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited; 2018. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. ScienceDirect. Menthol. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. ScienceDirect. Ammonium chloride. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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