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Alkof A is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Common Cold are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Alkof A have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Alkof A depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
While these are the most often observed Alkof A side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Alkof A go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Alkof A is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Alkof A's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Alkof A can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Alkof A in conditions like Heart Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Alkof A are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Alkof A with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Alkof A, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Alkof A is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Alkof A safe for pregnant women?
Alkof A can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Alkof A, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Alkof A safe during breastfeeding?
Alkof A has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Alkof A on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Alkof A on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Alkof A on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Alkof A on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Alkof A on the Heart?
Alkof A has very mild side effects on the heart.
Alkof A should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alkof A unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alkof A habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Alkof A is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Alkof A
Taking Alkof A with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alkof A
Information about the interaction of Alkof A and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Alkof A is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Yes, Alkof A can be taken with ambroxol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported after taking this drug. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug please consult your doctor.
Alkof A can be taken safely once in a day preferably in the evening with or without food. However, take it exactly as your doctor has recommended you to take it.
Yes, Alkof A can be taken for relieving symptoms of a cold. However, it is best to consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for a cold.
Yes, Alkof A can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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