Kuffery: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Kuffery Benefits & Uses

Kuffery is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Blocked Nose
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache
Pain

Kuffery 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: Blocked Nose (Nasal Congestion) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 325 mg paracetamol and 5 mg phenylephrine
Adult	Disease: Blocked Nose (Nasal Congestion) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 325 mg paracetamol and 5 mg phenylephrine
Geriatric	Disease: Blocked Nose (Nasal Congestion) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 325 mg paracetamol and 5 mg phenylephrine

Kuffery Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Kuffery is used -

Severe

Liver Damage
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Anaphylactic reaction
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Edema
Increased Heart Rate

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Erythema
Increased blood pressure
Blurred vision

Mild

Swelling
Rash
Diarrhoea
Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Restlessness
Tremor

Kuffery Related Warnings

Is the use of Kuffery safe for pregnant women?

Kuffery may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Kuffery again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Kuffery safe during breastfeeding?

Kuffery may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Kuffery on the Kidneys?

Kuffery has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Kuffery on the Liver?

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

Side effects of Kuffery rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Kuffery with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Oxyphenbutazone

Metamizole

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Carbamazepine

Kuffery Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Shock
Liver Disease
Drug Allergies
Alcoholism
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Neutropenia
Angina
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Hyperthyroidism
Diabetes
Glaucoma
Thyroid problems

Frequently asked Questions about Kuffery

Is this Kuffery habit forming or addictive?

Kuffery does not cause addiction.

Kuffery Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Kuffery

Taking Kuffery with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kuffery

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Kuffery with alcohol.

Frequently asked Questions about Kuffery

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I use Kuffery with an antihistamine?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Kuffery can be taken safely with a less sedative antihistaminic drug like cetirizine and loratadine etc. No harmful effects are reported. However, another group of antihistamine drug which causes drowsiness and sleepiness like chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine etc. should not be taken together unless and until recommended by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

If I am allergic to Kuffery then what should I do?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

If you are allergic to Kuffery then do not take it. Inform your doctor immediately for alternative medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is the treatment for Kuffery poisoning?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

As we know Kuffery is most widely used 'over-the-counter' analgesic/antipyretic medicine. However, paracetamol overdose can cause serious adverse effects on the liver, it may be fatal. But fortunately, there is an antidote, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) given within 8 hours of Kuffery ingestion which usually can prevent all serious side effects of Kuffery poisoning. However, do not take NAC without consulting a doctor as your doctor will tell you the right way and methods to help you relieve from this drug poisoning.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Kuffery?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Kuffery is a brand name for paracetamol. It is an analgesic and antipyretic medication used to treat mild to moderate pain and fever. Even WHO has considered this drug to be an essential medicine for basic healthcare requirements. Paracetamol is one of the most commonly used 'over-the-counter' medicine. It is often prescribed as one of the first-line treatment options for pain and fever with minimum side effects.