Cofaid EX Expectorant Sugar Free
Manufacturer
Meyer Organics Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Ambroxol (30mg) + Levosalbutamol (1mg) + Guaifenesin (50mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Cofaid EX Expectorant Sugar Free is a combination medicine used to treat cough with mucus, thinning mucus in the nose, windpipe, and lungs, and providing relief from runny nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes.
Dosage Form
Syrup
Introduction
Cofaid EX Expectorant Sugar Free 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.
Directions for Use
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. Cofaid EX Expectorant Sugar Free may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Cofaid EX Expectorant Sugar Free is a combination of three medicines: Ambroxol, Levosalbutamol, and Guaifenesin which relieves cough with mucus.
Quick Tips
Cofaid EX Expectorant Sugar Free 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 Cofaid EX Expectorant Sugar Free 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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Frequently asked questions
What is Cofaid EX Expectorant Sugar Free?
Cofaid EX Expectorant Sugar Free is a combination of three medicines: Ambroxol, Levosalbutamol / Levalbuterol, and Guaifenesin. It is used in the treatment of cough with mucus. Ambroxol is a mucolytic, which thins and loosens the mucus (phlegm) making it easier to cough out. Levosalbutamol is a bronchodilator that works by relaxing the muscles of the airways and widens them. Guaifenesin is an expectorant that decreases the stickiness of the mucus (phlegm) helping to remove it easily from the airways.
Is Cofaid EX Expectorant Sugar Free safe to use?
Cofaid EX Expectorant Sugar Free is generally safe for most patients. However, some may experience side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, allergic reactions, dizziness, headache, rash, urticaria, tremor, palpitations, muscle cramp and increased heart rate. If you have persistent problems while taking this medicine, consult your doctor.
Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Cofaid EX Expectorant Sugar Free?
Cofaid EX Expectorant Sugar Free should not be used by patients with a history of allergy to any active or inactive ingredients. Levosalbutamol and beta-blockers like propranolol should not usually be taken together.
Can the use of Cofaid EX Expectorant Sugar Free cause dizziness?
Yes, Cofaid EX Expectorant Sugar Free may cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady, or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, rest for a while and resume when feeling better. Do not drive or operate machinery.
Can the use of Cofaid EX Expectorant Sugar Free cause diarrhea?
Yes, Cofaid EX Expectorant Sugar Free can cause diarrhea. In case you experience diarrhea, drink plenty of fluids. If it persists and notice signs of dehydration like dark-colored and strong-smelling urine, consult your doctor. Do not take any other medications without consulting your doctor.
What are the recommended storage conditions for Cofaid EX Expectorant Sugar Free?
Store this medicine in its original container, tightly closed. Follow the instructions on the label or pack. Dispose of unused medicine and do not give it to pets, children, or other people.
