Ofkof (10 mg+30 mg+1.25 mg)/5 ml (Syrup)

100 ml bottle: ৳ 80.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Dextromethorphan pseudoephedrine triprolidine
Company	Square pharmaceuticals plc

Indications

Temporarily relieves non-productive cough
Relieves runny nose
Alleviates sneezing
Relieves itching of the nose or throat
Eases itchy and watery eyes
Clears nasal congestion

Composition

Each 5 ml syrup contains 20 mg Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide BP
Each 5 ml syrup contains 10 mg Phenylephrine Hydrochloride BP
Each 5 ml syrup contains 2.5 mg Triprolidine Hydrochloride BP

Pharmacology

Mixture of antitussive, decongestant, and antihistamine agent
Dextromethorphan acts on the cough center in the medulla
Phenylephrine shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passage
Triprolidine relieves symptoms of allergy and hay fever
Triprolidine has mild central nervous system depressant properties

Dosage & Administration

Adults & Children over 12 years: 1 teaspoonful 4 times a day
6-12 years: 1/2 teaspoonful 4 times a day
Use in children less than 6 years should be under physician's advice

Interaction

Taking certain MAO inhibitors with this medication may cause a serious drug interaction

Contraindications

Avoid in patients with liver disease or asthma, and in patients taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors

Side Effects

May cause drowsiness
May cause constipation
GIT discomfort

Pregnancy & Lactation

No specific data on use during pregnancy or lactation

Precautions & Warnings

May cause drowsiness
Avoid driving or operating machinery if affected
Avoid alcoholic drinks
Use with caution in patients with epilepsy, prostatic hypertrophy, glaucoma, hepatic disease, hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, hyperthyroidism

Overdose Effects

In cases of overdose, hospital admission is strongly advised

Therapeutic Class

Combined cough suppressants

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool and dry place (below 30°C temperature), away from light

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