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Cofheal is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Cough are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Cofheal have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cofheal. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Cofheal also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Dyspepsia, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Cofheal have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Cofheal are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Cofheal's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cofheal related warnings talks about Cofheal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Cofheal can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cofheal in conditions like Parkinson's Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cofheal are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Cofheal may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Cofheal is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Cofheal 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Cofheal safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Cofheal in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Cofheal safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Cofheal for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Cofheal on the Kidneys?
Cofheal does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cofheal on the Liver?
Cofheal is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Cofheal on the Heart?
Cofheal is not harmful for the heart.
Cofheal should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cofheal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cofheal habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cofheal has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cofheal you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Cofheal should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cofheal cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cofheal
Taking Cofheal with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cofheal
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Cofheal as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, you can take Cofheal with paracetamol (acetaminophen). No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Usually, it is given for short-term treatment up to 14 days. You are advised to take it as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Cofheal 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.
Yes, Cofheal 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.
No, Cofheal does not contain paracetamol. It contains bromhexine which is a mucolytic agent that softens the thick mucus and promote its expulsion.
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