Croakoff-AD Syrup
bottle of 100.0 ml Syrup
Prescription required
Manufacturer
Starlance Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition
Ambroxol (15mg/5ml) + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (10mg/5ml) + Phenylephrine (5mg/5ml) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg/5ml) + Menthol (1.5mg/5ml)
Croakoff-AD Syrup is used in the treatment of cough. It helps by thinning the mucus in the nose and windpipe, making it easier to cough out. It also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose, and throat irritation.
Introduction:
Croakoff-AD 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. 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 headache, nausea, vomiting, and stomach upset. 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 you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any lung, liver or kidney disease. You should tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.
Dosage Form:
Syrup
Side Effects:
How to 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. Croakoff-AD Syrup may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it Works:
Croakoff-AD Syrup is a combination of five medicines: Ambroxol, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine Maleate and Menthol. Ambroxol is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) making it easier to cough out. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is a cough suppressant that relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough center in the brain. Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic which relieves symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Menthol produces a sensation of coolness and relieves minor throat irritation.
Quick Tips:
Interacting Drugs:
Introduction:
Croakoff-AD 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. 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 headache, nausea, vomiting, and stomach upset. 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 you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any lung, liver or kidney disease. You should tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.
Dosage Form:
Syrup
Side Effects:
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach upset
How to 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. Croakoff-AD Syrup may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it Works:
Croakoff-AD Syrup is a combination of five medicines: Ambroxol, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine Maleate and Menthol. Ambroxol is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) making it easier to cough out. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is a cough suppressant that relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough center in the brain. Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic which relieves symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Menthol produces a sensation of coolness and relieves minor throat irritation.
Quick Tips:
- 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.
- If you are drowsy after taking Croakoff-AD Syrup, you should not drive or operate any machinery.
- 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.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications, e.g. anti-depressants.
- Croakoff-AD Syrup should not be given to kids.
Interacting Drugs:
- Anti-depressants
Alcohol Warning:
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Croakoff-AD Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Warning:
Croakoff-AD 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.
Breastfeeding Warning:
Croakoff-AD Syrup is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Croakoff-AD Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Warning:
Croakoff-AD 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.
Breastfeeding Warning:
Croakoff-AD Syrup is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Croakoff-AD Syrup
bottle of 100.0 ml Syrup
Prescription required
Manufacturer
Starlance Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition
Ambroxol (15mg/5ml) + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (10mg/5ml) + Phenylephrine (5mg/5ml) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg/5ml) + Menthol (1.5mg/5ml)