Alkof Cough Lozenges Orange
Alkof Cough Lozenges Orange should be used in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Check the label before use. Do not take this medicine more than the recommended dose. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicine or have any known allergy from this medicine.
Alkof Cough Lozenges Orange
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
Alkof Cough Lozenges Orange is a combination of medicines that is used to treat sore throat. It kills the bacteria which are associated with throat infections.
Alkof Cough Lozenges Orange should be used in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Check the label before use. Do not take this medicine more than the recommended dose. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicine or have any known allergy from this medicine.
This medicine has minimal or no side effects. If you experience nausea, vomiting or any other symptoms which you think are because of this medicine, please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or suffering from any other disease.
03Uses
Sore throat
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Place it in your mouth and allow it to dissolve slowly. Do not chew or swallow. It may take sometime to dissolve. Alkof Cough Lozenges Orange may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
Alkof Cough Lozenges Orange is a combination of two medicines: Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol and Amylmetacresol which treat sore throat. These are mild antiseptics that kill the bacteria associated with throat infections.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of Alkof Cough Lozenges Orange, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Sore throat
Sore throat refers to pain and discomfort in the throat that is usually seen in bacterial or viral infections. Alkof Cough Lozenges Orange helps reduce the pain and discomfort and makes you feel better. It kills the microorganisms causing the infection in the throat and soothes the irritated throat. This helps you carry out normal daily activities like swallowing, talking, eating. You may also drink warm water or have ginger tea, avoid cold foods for additional relief.
08Side Effects
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
No common side effects seen
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Alkof Cough Lozenges Orange. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alkof Cough Lozenges Orange during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alkof Cough Lozenges Orange during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:SAFE
Alkof Cough Lozenges Orange does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Alkof Cough Lozenges Orange in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Alkof Cough Lozenges Orange in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
You have been prescribed Alkof Cough Lozenges Orange to get relief from sore throat.
Alkof Cough Lozenges Orange should be taken after every 2 to 3 hours or as suggested by the doctor. Suck one lozenge slowly as required.
Do not take it for more than 3 days. Consult your doctor if you do not observe any improvement in symptoms.
Do not take more than 8 lozenges in 24 hours.
Each lozenge contains sugar. This should be taken into account if you have diabetes mellitus.
References
Sources and references
Amylmetacresol and 2,4-dichlorobenzyl alcohol . Slough, UK: Reckitt Benckiser HealthcareLtd.; 2010 . view
