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Alkof is a prescription drug, available for use as Lozenges,Tablet,Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Cough. Alkof also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Alkof depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Alkof include Headache, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful), Unsteadiness. Such side effects of Alkof normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Alkof is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Alkof's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Alkof related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Alkof contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Alkof with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Alkof is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Alkof 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 safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Alkof will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Alkof safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Alkof in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Alkof on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Alkof on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alkof on the Liver?
Alkof does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Alkof on the Heart?
Alkof is rarely harmful for the heart.
Alkof should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alkof unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alkof habit forming or addictive?
Alkof is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Alkof as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Alkof only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Alkof for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Alkof
It is safe to take Alkof with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alkof
Consumption of alcohol and Alkof together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Alkof does not contain paracetamol. It contains bromhexine which is a mucolytic agent that softens the thick mucus and promote its expulsion.
Yes, Alkof may cause diarrhoea in a few cases only. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of diarrhoea is unknown. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Alkof is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach (abdominal pain), nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Alkof might cause a headache, this occurs rarely. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
No, Alkof does not cause drowsiness or sleepiness. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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