Alkof Liquid
Alkof Liquid is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It narrows the small blood vessels and provides relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. It also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose, and throat irritation.
Alkof Liquid
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About This Medicine
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Alkof Liquid is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It narrows the small blood vessels and provides relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. It also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose, and throat irritation.
Alkof Liquid is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It narrows the small blood vessels and provides relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. It also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose, and throat irritation.
Alkof Liquid is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, dryness in mouth, headache, and fatigue. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make dizziness worse.Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. Keep it out of reach of children. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
03Uses
Dry cough
04How To Use
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Alkof Liquid may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
Alkof Liquid is a combination of three medicines: Cetirizine, dextromethorphan and phenylephrine which relieve dry cough. Cetirizine is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant that relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain. Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of Alkof Liquid, 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 Dry cough
A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. It may cause a tickling sensation or itching in the throat and may be due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. Alkof Liquid suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. Apart from this, it also reduces symptoms of allergy like watery eyes, sneezing and runny nose. Along with taking Alkof Liquid, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.
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
Sleepiness
Dizziness
Fatigue
Headache
Dryness in mouth
Upset stomach
Vomiting
Nausea
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Alkof Liquid. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Alkof Liquid 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:UNSAFE
Alkof Liquid is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving:UNSAFE
Alkof Liquid may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Alkof Liquid is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Alkof Liquid may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:UNSAFE
Alkof Liquid is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
Alkof Liquid is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.
Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or asthma.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications, e.g., anti-depressants.
Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have cough for more than 7 days.
References
Sources and references
Cetirizine. New York, New York: Pfizer Labs; 2003. view
Drugs.com. Dextromethorphan Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings. view
Phenylephrine hydrochloride. Maidenhead, Berks: McNeil Products Ltd.; 2004 . view
Drugs.com. Cetrizine. view
ScienceDirect. Dextromethorphan. view
Drugs.com. Phenylephrine. view
