KOFRID D SYP

Overview

KOFRID D SYP is a Schedule H drug.

KOFRID D SYP is composed of: PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE (12.0 MG), DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE (10.0 MG), CETIRIZINE (2.0 MG), MENTHOL (1.5 MG)



Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex. Dextromethorphan is used to treat a cough. Dextromethorphan will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema. Do not use it if you are using or have used an MAO inhibitor within the past 14 days of the treatment.
Cetirizine is an anti histamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, Itching, watery eyes and runny nose. It is used to treat cold.

Usage

PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE is generally used to treat: Allergy
PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is generally used to treat: Runny Nose And Dry Cough
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE can address symptoms like: Cough

CETIRIZINE is generally used to treat: Runny Nose And Dry Cough, Common Cold
CETIRIZINE can address symptoms like: Sneezing

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

KOFRID D SYP is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for KOFRID D SYP and its Constituents

It may cause drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate dangerous machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of sugar, increased eye pressure, thyroid disease, prostate enlargement, difficulty in urination, heart, liver or kidney disease, during pregnancy and breast feeding.

• Always ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children.
• Do not use any other over-the-counter cough, cold, or allergy medication without first asking your doctor or pharmacist.
• Dextromethorphan may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
• Dextromethorphan may pass into breast milk and could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
• Avoid drinking alcohol. It can increase some of the side effects of dextromethorphan. This medication can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.
• Avoid taking diet pills, caffeine pills, or other stimulants (such as ADHD medications) without your doctor’s advice. 

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney and liver disease.
It may cause drowsiness, so don’t Drive while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE over-dosage can result in: Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Difficulty Urinating, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Breathing, Restless Or Irritability, Nervousness
CETIRIZINE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Restless Or Irritability

Common Side-Effects

PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE : Anxiety, Dizziness, Nervousness, Drowsiness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Difficulty Urinating, Nausea, Vomit
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE : Confusion, Constipation, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain
CETIRIZINE : Dizziness, Diarrhoea, Abdominal Pain, Pharyngitis, Rhinitis, Insomnia, Chronic Fatigue Disorder, Head Headache

Serious Side-Effects

CETIRIZINE : Dyspepsia, Abdomen Pain

Rare Side-Effects

CETIRIZINE : Paresthesia, Constipation, Flatulence, Tinnitus, Fever, Restless Or Irritability

Technical Classification

PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE is categorized as: DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is categorized as: ANTITUSSIVES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
CETIRIZINE is categorized as: THIRD GENERATION CEPHALOSPORINS / CEPHALOSPORINS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for KOFRID D SYP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

KOFRID D SYP

INR 57.17 for 100 ML SYRUP

PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE 12.0 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

AMBROLITE-D SYR	INR 49 for 60 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, CETIRIZINE 5 MG, MENTHOL 0.3 MG/ML
COFSTOP-Z SYP	INR 65.8 for 100 ML SYRUP	ZINC 7.5 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.5 MG, MENTHOL 2.5 MG
COFWIN PZ SYP	INR 43 for 60 ML SYRUP	MENTHOL 2.5 MG/ML, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 1 MG/ML, CETIRIZINE 0.5 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.5 MG/ML
ELU SYP	INR 49.52 for 100 ML SYRUP	AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 50.0 MG, ZINC GLUCONATE 7.5 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.5 MG, MENTHOL 2.5 MG
ELZIN DX 2.5MG/10MG/1MG SYP	INR 66.66 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.5 MG, MENTHOL 1.0 MG
ELZIN SYP	INR 63 for 100 ML EXPECTORANT	GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 15.0 MG, MENTHOL 2.5 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
INDIKOF A SYP	INR 63.5 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, MENTHOL 2.5 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
PAMAGIN C SYP	INR 36.28 for 60 ML SYRUP	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.5 MG, MENTHOL 2.5 MG
PLANOKUF D SYP	INR 54.48 for 60 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, MENTHOL 0.3 MG/ML
SILKEE PLUS SYP	INR 66.57 for 170 ML SYRUP	PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE , CETIRIZINE , MENTHOL
WIFI D SYP	INR 59.95 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.5 MG
WYCOFF BM SYP	INR 34.9 for 60 ML SYRUP	GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 15.0 MG, MENTHOL 2.5 MG, CETIRIZINE 2.5 MG