NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol
USED FOR:
Allergic disorders
Cough
Dry cough
COMPOSITION:
Phenylpropanolamine (NA)
Bromhexine (NA)
Dextromethorphan (NA)
Therapeutic Uses:
respiratory
Taking phenylpropanolamine with alcohol can increase the risk of cardiovascular side effects such as increased heart rate, chest pain, or blood pressure changes.
Kofnok Syrup may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
No information is available on the use of Kofnok Syrup during lactation. Please consult your doctor.
Kofnok Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kofnok Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Kofnok Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Kofnok Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Uses of Lorid Tablet
Lorid Tablet is used in the treatment of nasal allergy symptoms and allergic skin conditions.
Uses of Phenylpropanolamine
Phenylpropanolamine is used in the treatment of allergic disorders.
How to use Lorid Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lorid Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How to use Phenylpropanolamine
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. Kofnok Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Take it with food if stomach upset occurs.Avoid Kofnok Syrup with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
How Lorid Tablet works
Lorid Tablet is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.
How Kofnok Syrup works
Phenylpropanolamine belongs to a class of medications called nasal decongestants. It stimulates receptors on blood vessels in the nose and sinuses leading to its constriction and reduction in blood flow thereby relieving congestion..
Common Sleepiness.
Common Systemic hypertension (high blood pressure), Nausea, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Palpitations.
Expert advice for Lorid Tablet
Do not start or continue the loratadine tablets:
If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to loratadine or any of the other ingredients of loratadine tablet.
If you have severe liver impairment.
If you have rare hereditary problems of sugar intolerance.
Do not drive or operate machinery after taking loratadine if you feel drowsy. Do not take loratadine tablets at least 48 hours before doing skin tests.
Expert advice for Phenylpropanolamine
Do not continue phenylpropanolamine for more than 7 days if your condition does not improve or if you have high fever.
Tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, heart problems, liver or kidney disease, diabetes, prostate enlargement or visual problems due to increased pressure in the eyes (glaucoma).
Seek immediate medical attention and discontinue medication if you experience difficulty in breathing, sudden swelling or skin reactions, fits, rapid heartbeat or hallucinations.
Use with caution if you are a woman or an elderly patient. Woman may be at a higher risk of haemorrhagic stroke (bleeding in the brain).
Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy or drowsy after taking phenylpropanolamine.
Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Do not take if allergic to phenylpropanolamine or any of its ingredients.
Q. Is Lorid an anticholinergic/narcotic/antibiotic?
No, Lorid is antihistaminic drug which may have anticholinergic properties and it is not narcotic/ antibiotic
Q. Can I take Lorid for a cold/sinus infection/insect bites/hives/bee sting/allergic reaction, rash/congestion?
Yes, but patient should follow the advice of doctor regarding its use
Q. Can I take loratadine with Nyquil /Mucinex/ ibuprofen/ Singulair/ Benadryl/ amoxicillin/ diphenhydramine /Zoloft/ Zyrtec/ Dayquil?
Yes, but taking other antihistaminic medicines like diphenhydramine/Zyrtec/Benadryl /Day quil/ Zoloft / Mucinex may alter the effects of loratadine. Ibuprofen, Nyquil may alter levels of loratadine. You can take loratadine with amoxicillin. Always consult your doctor for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required
Q. Does loratadine contain diphenhydramine or aspirin?
No, it does not contain diphenhydramine or aspirin.
Q. Is Lorid safe?
Lorid is safe at prescribed dose and duration for treatment of allergies as advised by your doctor
Q. Is Lorid the same as Zyrtec?
No, Lorid is different from Zyrtec as Zyrtec contains cetirizine. Both Lorid and Zyrtec belong to the same category of antihistamines. Patient should follow the advice of doctor regarding its use
Q. How long can I take Lorid for?
Patient can take Lorid for prescribed dose and duration for treatment of allergies as advised by your doctor
Q. Does Lorid get you high/raise blood pressure/cause dementia/drowsiness?
Lorid causing these side effects is very rare. However, always consult your doctor if you experience any of these side effects
Q. Is phenylpropanolamine the same as phenylephrine?
Phenylpropanolamine and phenylephrine are different drugs belonging to the same class of medications (nasal decongestants). Both are used to relieve blocked nose or sinuses caused by common cold and seasonal nasal allergies (hay fever)
Q. Does Phenylpropanolamine cause stroke?
Phenylpropanolamine has shown to increase the risk of hemorrhagic stroke (bleeding in the brain). Women are at a higher risk.
Q. Is Phenylpropanolamine a controlled substance?
Phenylpropanolamine is a controlled substance since it can be used for manufacturing of illegal drugs
Q. Is Phenylpropanolamine still on the market?
Phenylpropanolamine is banned in India due to increased risk of haemorrhagic stroke (bleeding in the brain) and is no longer marketed in India
Uses of Bromhexine
Bromhexine is used in the treatment of cough.
How to use Bromhexine
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. Kofnok Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Take it with food if stomach upset occurs.Avoid Kofnok Syrup with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
How Kofnok Syrup works
Bromhexine thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out.
Common Irritation of ear, Allergic skin rash, Dizziness, Headache.
Expert advice for Bromhexine
Tell your doctor if you have ever had or are suffering from stomach ulcer. You may not be prescribed Bromhexine as it can aggravate your problem.
Inform your doctor if you have any liver/kidney disease or asthma.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Do not take if allergic to Bromhexine or any of its ingredients.
Q. Is Bromhexine an antihistamine?
No, Bromhexineis not an antihistamine.
Uses of Add Fresh Tears Eye Drop
Add Fresh Tears Eye Drop is used in the treatment of dry eye diseaseIt is used as a lubricant to relive irritation and discomfort due to dryness of the eyes or due to exposure of the eyes to wind or sun.
Uses of Dextromethorphan
Dextromethorphan is used in the treatment of dry cough.
How to use Add Fresh Tears Eye Drop
This medicine is for external use only.Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.
How to use Dextromethorphan
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. Kofnok Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Take it with food if stomach upset occurs.Avoid Kofnok Syrup with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
How Add Fresh Tears Eye Drop works
Add Fresh Tears Eye Drop is an artificial tear and moistens the surface of the eye (including artificial eyes) in the same way as natural tears.
How Kofnok Syrup works
Dextromethorphan is an antitussive (cough suppressants). It suppresses cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain.
Common Allergic reaction, Blurred vision, Eye discharge, Eye irritation, Eye itching, Eye pain, Foreign body sensation in eyes, Increased production of tears, Eye redness, Visual impairment.
Common Sleepiness, Dizziness, Excitation, Confusion, Convulsion, Respiratory depression, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhoea, Rash.
Expert advice for Add Fresh Tears Eye Drop
Do consult your doctor immediately: If you develop eye pain, If you develop headache, If your vision changes, If redness or irritation in the eye persists or worsens.
Eye drops of other medications should be administered 15 min before using carboxymethylcellulose eye drops.
Remove your contact lenses before use of carboxymethylcellulose eye drops and wait for at least 15 min before you insert them again.ÂÂ
Carboxymethylcellulose eye drops are intended to be used for the eyes only.ÂÂ
Do not touch the eyelids or surrounding areas with the dropper tip of the eye drop bottle, to avoid contamination.
Do not use the eye drop if it changes color or becomes cloudy, In case of single-use container, ensure that the container is intact and use immediately after opening you may experience brief blurring of vision immediately upon use of carboxymethylcellulose eye drops. Wait until vision has cleared before driving or operating machinery.
Do consult your doctor before using carboxymethylcellulose if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or  breastfeeding.
Expert advice for Dextromethorphan
Use dextromethorphan exactly as directed on the label, and in doses prescribed by your doctor.
Cough medicine is usually taken only for a short time until the symptoms clear up.
If syrup, measure the liquid form of dextromethorphan with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon.
Allow the dextromethorphan lozenge or disintegrating strip to dissolve in your mouth.
Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
Do not drive or use machines while taking this medicine until you are sure you are not affected.
Do not drink alcohol (wine, beer, spirits)whilst taking this medicine. Alcohol increases the risk of side effects occurring and may make you feel drowsier.
Always ask a doctor before giving cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough or cold medicine in very young children.
Q. What is Add fresh tears?
Add fresh tears belongs to a class of medicines called eye lubricants or artificial tears. It is used in the treatment of dry eye symptoms such as soreness, burning, irritation and discomfort.
Q. Is Add fresh tears safe?
Yes. Add fresh tears is safe when used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is dextromethorphan a steroid/an opiate/an antihistamine/ a narcotic/an NSAID/a controlled substance/contain alcohol/have codeine?
Dextromethorphan is a decongestant and not a steroid, antihistamine, opiate, NSAID or narcotic, but can have addictive effects if taken at large doses than recommended. It does not contain codeine or alcohol. It is not a controlled substance
Q. Does dextromethorphan work/ how much dextromethorphan can i take for cough?
Dextromethorphan works for most of the patient. It should be taken in amounts exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Cough medicine is usually taken only for a short time until your symptoms clear up. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended
Q. Is dextromethorphan safe/ does dextromethorphan makes you sleepy/make you tired/ raise blood sugar?
Dextromethorphan causes mild sedation effect thus can make you feel sleepy. It does not raise blood sugar or make you tired. Dextromethorphan is generally safe if taken at recommended doses and duration
Q. Can i take dextromethorphan with high blood pressure/ safe for high blood pressure/ raise blood pressure/ thin blood?
Though it isn't reported, but it should be used carefully in people with high blood pressure, as dextromethorphan may cause high blood pressure and the effectiveness of dextromethorphan is decreased by high blood pressure medications
Q. Can I take dextromethorphan with benzonatate/acetaminophen/codeine/ibuprofen/ diphenhydramine/pseudoephedrine/guaifenesin/Tamiflu/Benadryl?
Drug interaction with any of the above mentioned drugs is not documented, but it can occur. Always follow your doctor's advice before taking any medicine with dextromethorphan.
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