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Cufrid is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Cough. Secondary and off-label uses of Cufrid have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Cufrid is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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 Cufrid include Nausea or vomiting, Dyspepsia, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Cufrid side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Cufrid normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cufrid is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Cufrid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Cufrid is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Parkinson's Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cufrid are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Cufrid with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Cufrid, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cufrid 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cufrid is used -
Moderate
Common
Is the use of Cufrid safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Cufrid for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Cufrid safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Cufrid for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Cufrid on the Kidneys?
Cufrid does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cufrid on the Liver?
Cufrid does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Cufrid on the Heart?
Using Cufrid does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Cufrid 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 Cufrid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cufrid habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cufrid has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cufrid you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cufrid only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cufrid for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cufrid
Taking Cufrid with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cufrid
Consumption of alcohol and Cufrid together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Cufrid 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, Cufrid 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.
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, you can take Cufrid with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Cufrid along with phenylephrine if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking these two drugs together then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Cufrid 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