Kokkos 250 /125 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Kokkos Information

Kokkos, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Capsule. Sinusitis, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Kokkos have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Kokkos. 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 Kokkos include Rash, Itching or burning, Allergic reaction. Normally, these side effects of Kokkos are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Kokkos is Mild for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Kokkos related warnings talks about Kokkos's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Kokkos contraindications section.

Additionally, Kokkos may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Kokkos is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Kokkos Benefits & Uses

Kokkos is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis

Other Benefits

Kokkos 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: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 250 mg ampicillin and 250 mg cloxacillin per capsule
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 250 mg ampicillin and 250 mg cloxacillin per capsule
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 250 mg ampicillin and 250 mg cloxacillin per capsule

Kokkos Related Warnings

Is the use of Kokkos safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Kokkos.

Mild
Is the use of Kokkos safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Kokkos on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Kokkos on the Kidneys?

Kokkos rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Kokkos on the Liver?

Kokkos has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Kokkos on the Heart?

Kokkos is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Kokkos with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Allopurinol

Moderate

Ciprofloxacin

Erythromycin

Kokkos Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Kokkos

Is this Kokkos habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Kokkos has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Kokkos can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Kokkos should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Kokkos is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Kokkos Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Kokkos

Taking Kokkos with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Kokkos

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Kokkos and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Kokkos

Question over 5 years ago

How to use Kokkos?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Kokkos should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 3 - 7-day course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Kokkos on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Discontinuing Kokkos on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discontinuing medicine on your own.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Kokkos with cough medicine?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Kokkos can be taken with cough medicine. Clinically no harmful drug-drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any side effects after taking these two medicines at the same time, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Kokkos cause stomach upset?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Kokkos cause sleepiness?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Kokkos does not cause sleepiness. However, if you feel or experience sleepiness or drowsiness after taking this medicine, please inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.