Kaff Ped: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Kaff Ped Benefits & Uses

Kaff Ped is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Common Cold
Blocked Nose
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache
Cough

Kaff Ped 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: 30 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: strength 1000 mg paracetamol, 30 mg dextromethorphan and 60 mg pseudoephedrine in 30 ml
Adult	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: strength 1000 mg paracetamol, 30 mg dextromethorphan and 60 mg pseudoephedrine in 30 ml
Geriatric	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: strength 1000 mg paracetamol, 30 mg dextromethorphan and 60 mg pseudoephedrine in 30 ml

Kaff Ped Related Warnings

Is the use of Kaff Ped safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Kaff Ped. If you are pregnant, do not take Kaff Ped without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Kaff Ped safe during breastfeeding?

Kaff Ped may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Kaff Ped on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Kaff Ped. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Kaff Ped on the Liver?

Kaff Ped has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Kaff Ped on the Heart?

Kaff Ped may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Kaff Ped with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Oxyphenbutazone

Metamizole

Severe

Leflunomide

Pilocarpine

Ethanol

Ethanol Liquid

Imatinib Mesylate

Isoniazid

Lamotrigine

Selegiline

Ergotamine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Atropine

Atenolol

Amoxapine

Escitalopram

Palonosetron

Rasagiline

Selegiline

Duloxetine

Ondansetron

Moderate

Mild

Carbamazepine

Kaff Ped Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Shock
Liver Disease
Drug Allergies
Alcoholism
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Neutropenia
Heart Disease
Bronchitis
Diabetes
Hyperthyroidism
Kidney Disease
Depression
Parkinson's Disease
Asthma
Heart Disease
Kidney Cancer
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Kaff Ped

Is this Kaff Ped habit forming or addictive?

Kaff Ped can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

Kaff Ped Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Kaff Ped

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Kaff Ped with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kaff Ped

Consumption of alcohol and Kaff Ped together may have severe effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Kaff Ped

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Kaff Ped to treat common cold and sore throat?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Kaff Ped is primarily not used to treat a common cold and sore throat. It can only relieve cold-related symptoms such as a fever, headache, earache, and aching joints. It doesn't help in relieving cough or stuffy nose.

Question over 5 years ago

What are the symptoms of Kaff Ped overdose?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

An overdose occurs when more than the required amount (toxic levels) of [medicine] is taken. Initial symptoms of Kaff Ped overdose includes loss of appetite, drowsiness, seizures, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Later progressive symptoms may include pain in your upper stomach, dark colored urine, yellowing of your skin or the white patches in your eyes, liver damage and in rare cases, it can also lead to coma. So, by any chance, if you have accidentally taken more than the required dose of Kaff Ped inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Kaff Ped without food?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Yes, you can take Kaff Ped with or without food, because it doesn't irritate the stomach lining, unlike other drugs. However, if you are taking NSAIDs (painkillers) such as Aspirin and Ibuprofen along with paracetamol it is best to take them with a light meal or a glass of milk.

Question over 5 years ago

Is it safe to use Kaff Ped in pregnancy?

Kaff Ped is being used by pregnant women for many years without any evident harmful effects on the baby. That's why it is usually recommended as the first-line painkiller for pregnant women. But it is not possible to say that this medicine is completely safe to use in pregnancy. You are highly recommended to check with your doctor/gynaecologist before taking any medicine even [medicine] during pregnancy.