Cofex Syrup is a combination medicine used to treat cough. It thins mucus in the nose, windpipe and lungs, making it easier to cough out. It also provides relief from runny nose, watery eyes and throat irritation.

Cofex Syrup is a combination of expectorant, H1 antihistaminics (first generation), cough suppressant, and expectorant medicines.

Uses of Cofex Syrup

Treatment of Cough

Benefits of Cofex Syrup

In Treatment of Cough

Cough is a sudden, forceful expulsion of air that helps clear any mucus or irritant in the throat or airways. If it happens more frequently, due to an underlying disease or an allergy, it can be bothersome. Cofex Syrup is a combination medicine that helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation and help you carry out your daily activities more easily.

This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.

Side effects of Cofex Syrup

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cofex

Nausea
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Dizziness
Headache
Sedation
Double vision
Dryness in mouth
Nervousness
Decreased appetite
Heartburn
Weakness
Discomfort when urinating
Polyuria
Urinary retention
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
Respiratory disorder
Increased heart rate
High blood pressure
Hallucination
Tremors
Pale skin
Convulsion

How to use Cofex Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Cofex Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Cofex Syrup. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cofex Syrup may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cofex Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Cofex Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cofex Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cofex Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

UNSAFE

Cofex Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Cofex Syrup

Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
If you are diabetic, monitor your blood glucose regularly while taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of thyroid or heart disease.
Stop taking Cofex Syrup and inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache.

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Patient concerns

What is a dry and productive cough syrup for baby

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

In dry cough cough suppressants are used. In productive cough mucolytics are used.

i have dry cough & cold so which syrup i take levosalbutamol / terbutaline I am a MR in fdc i have salbutol-ls syrup

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Diabetology

U can take montair LC and cough suppressant if it's dry cough

Cold and nasal block from 2 to 3 days and now followed by dry cough. Whereas the clod and nasal block has reduced. Cough will be heavy in closed room under A/c but no cough while walking / jogging / climbing stairs. What to do ? Shall I use Ambrolite D ?

Dr. Shubhra Chandhan Pradhan

ENT

Don't use it, it may be infective cough. Ambrolyte D will suppress your cough and it will accumulate in chest. This is good in dry cough

I am 29 weeks into my pregnancy. Have extreme dry cough and was given augmentin 625 and then some DCT syrup. None have had any effects. Please suggest something as i cannot sleep at nights due to dry coughing And now i am suggested TusQ Dx Should i consume it???

Dr. Megha Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Please avoid cough syrups in pregnancy. Warm water and salt gargling and honey help soothe a cough. you can take dabur haunts syrup if cough is persistent.

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Cofex Syrup

Introduction of Cofex Syrup

Uses of Cofex Syrup

Benefits of Cofex Syrup

In Treatment of Cough

Side effects of Cofex Syrup

Common side effects of Cofex

How to use Cofex Syrup

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Cofex Syrup

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