Dcrocof DX Information

Dcrocof DX is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Common Cold, Blocked Nose, Cough. The alternative uses of Dcrocof DX have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Dcrocof DX depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Dcrocof DX include Nausea or vomiting, Restless (tossing and turning) sleep, Dyspepsia. These side effects of Dcrocof DX are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Dcrocof DX's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Dcrocof DX related warnings talks about Dcrocof DX's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Dcrocof DX are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Dcrocof DX have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Dcrocof DX is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Dcrocof DX Benefits & Uses
Dcrocof DX Dosage & How to Take
Dcrocof DX Side Effects
Dcrocof DX Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Dcrocof DX with Other Drugs
Dcrocof DX Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Dcrocof DX
Dcrocof DX Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Dcrocof DX Benefits & Uses

Dcrocof DX is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Common Cold
Blocked Nose
Cough
Dry Cough (Read More - Home remedies for dry cough)

Other Benefits

Dcrocof DX Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 5 mg phenylephrine, 2 mg chlorpheniramine and 10 mg dextromethorphan
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 5 mg phenylephrine, 2 mg chlorpheniramine and 10 mg dextromethorphan, below 6 years old should take 2.5 ml
Adult	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 5 mg phenylephrine, 2 mg chlorpheniramine and 10 mg dextromethorphan
Geriatric	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 5 mg phenylephrine, 2 mg chlorpheniramine and 10 mg dextromethorphan

Dcrocof DX Related Warnings

Is the use of Dcrocof DX safe for pregnant women?

Dcrocof DX may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Dcrocof DX again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Dcrocof DX safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Dcrocof DX as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Dcrocof DX on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Dcrocof DX on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Dcrocof DX on the Liver?

Side effects of Dcrocof DX rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Dcrocof DX on the Heart?

Side effects of Dcrocof DX rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Dcrocof DX with Other Drugs

Dcrocof DX should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Dcrocof DX Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dcrocof DX unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Dcrocof DX

Is this Dcrocof DX habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Dcrocof DX.

Dcrocof DX Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dcrocof DX

Taking Dcrocof DX with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dcrocof DX

Information about the interaction of Dcrocof DX and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.