Ocof (20 mg+10 mg+2.5 mg)/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 110.00
Medicine Details
Category | Details |
---|---|
Generic | Dextromethorphan phenylephrine triprolidine |
Company | Square pharmaceuticals plc |
Symptoms Relief
- Cough due to minor throat or bronchial irritation
- Runny nose
- Sneezing
- Itching of the nose or throat
- Itchy, watery eyes
- Nasal congestion
- Reduces swelling of nasal passages
Pharmacology
- Antitussive properties
- Decongestant effects
- Antihistamine properties
- Central action on cough center
- Shrinks blood vessels in nasal passage
- Histamine H1-receptor antagonist
- Mild CNS depressant properties
Dosage
- Adult dosage: 1 teaspoonful (5 ml) every 4 hours
- Child (6-12 years) dosage: ½ teaspoonful (2.5 ml) every 4 hours
- Caution for children 2-6 years old
- Not for children below 2 years old
Administration
- Take with or without food
- Measure liquid doses carefully
- Use the provided measuring device
Drug Interaction
- Serious interaction with MAO inhibitors
- Avoid certain MAO inhibitors
- Caution with antihistamines, antispasmodics, beta blockers, etc.
Contraindications
- Avoid in patients with liver disease or asthma
- Contraindicated in patients taking MAO inhibitors
- Contraindicated in patients with severe hypertension or coronary artery disease
Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Constipation
- GIT discomfort
- Transient hypertension
- Dry mouth
- Restlessness
- Allergic reactions
- Toxic psychosis
- Blood dyscrasia
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Avoid use in pregnancy and lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- May cause drowsiness
- Avoid driving or operating machinery
- Use with caution in patients with epilepsy, prostatic hypertrophy, etc.
- Consult physician if symptoms do not improve within one week
Overdose Effects
- Hospital admission advised in case of overdose
- Respiratory depression
- Paranoid psychosis
- Delusions
- Hallucinations
- Convulsion
- Hypertension with reflex bradycardia
Therapeutic Class
- Combined cough suppressants
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a cool & dry place
- Protect from light