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Fizikem Life Sciences

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About Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's

Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's is primarily used to treat dry cough. Coughing (dry or productive) is the body's way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. There are two types of coughs: dry cough and chesty cough. A dry cough is tickly and doesn't produce any vicious or thick mucus, while a chesty cough (wet cough) means mucous or sputum is produced to help clear your airways. 

Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's is a combination of three drugs: Chlorpheniramine (antihistamine), Phenylephrine (decongestant) and Dextromethorphan (cough suppressant). Chlorpheniramine works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Phenylephrine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nasal passage, reducing a stuffy nose. Dextromethorphan works by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Collectively, it helps to provide relief from dry cough.

Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's based on your medical condition. Some people may experience dry mouth, throat or nose, drowsiness, blurred vision, constipation, dizziness, restlessness or excitation. Most of these side effects of Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's or other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using the Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's. Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If you are about to undergo medical tests or surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's. Avoid using Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's to loosen mucus. If you have glaucoma, urinary problems, enlarged prostate, phenylketonuria (a congenital disability that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), cough with mucus or cough caused by asthma, smoking, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath), inform your doctor before taking Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's.

Uses of Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's

Treatment of Dry Cough

Medicinal Benefits

Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's is a combination drug belonging to a medication class called 'cough and cold preparations' primarily used to treat dry cough. Chlorpheniramine works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion or stiffness. Phenylephrine is a 'decongestant' that helps shrink the blood vessels located in the nasal passage, thereby reducing stuffy nose. Dextromethorphan works by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Thus, Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's helps to relieve overall cough, cold and allergic symptoms.

Side Effects of Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's

  • Dry mouth, throat or nose
  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision
  • Headache
  • Constipation
  • Restlessness or excitation
  • Loss of appetite

Directions for Use

Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's with or without food in doses as prescribed by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup provided with the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's or other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using the Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's. Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If you are about to undergo medical tests or surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's. Avoid using Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's to loosen mucus. If you have glaucoma, urinary problems, enlarged prostate, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), cough with mucus or cough caused by asthma, smoking, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath), inform your doctor before taking Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's.

Therapeutic Class

COUGH AND COLD PREPARATIONS

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's may have interaction with anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine), anti-psychotic (escitalopram, desvenlafaxine, vilazodone), pain killer (aspirin), cold medicines (acetaminophen), antibiotics (amoxicillin), anti-depressants (linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine), beta-blockers (metoprolol, atenolol), muscle relaxants (carisoprodol, cyclobenzaprine).

Drug-Food Interactions: Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's may interact with alcohol. Therefore, avoid alcohol consumption with Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's as it may increase the risk of adverse effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in concentrating.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's is known to interact in patients with liver or kidney disease, asthma, diabetes, glaucoma, cardiovascular diseases, enlarged prostate gland, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DIPHENHYDRAMINE
  • ESCITALOPRAM
  • DESVENLAFAXINE
  • VILAZODONE
  • ACETAMINOPHEN
  • AMOXICILLIN
  • LINEZOLID
  • PHENELZINE
  • SELEGILINE
  • RASAGILINE
  • ISOCARBOXAZID
  • TRANYLCYPROMINE
  • METOPROLOL
  • ATENOLOL
  • CARISOPRODOL
  • CYCLOBENZAPRINE
  • CETIRIZINE

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid dairy products such as milk as it may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods to have relief from cough. 
  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dry throat while you have a cough and loosen mucus.
  • Avoid citrus fruits as it may worsen the cough. Eat fruits rich in water content such as pears, watermelon, peaches and pineapples.

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it could lead to an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include agitation, flushing, confusion, hallucinations, muscle twitching, large pupils, and seizures. In children, excitement may occur first and may be followed by loss of coordination, drowsiness, loss of consciousness, and seizures. If you/your child experiences these symptoms or suspect that an overdose has occurred, seek immediate medical attention.

Special Advise

  • Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's may contain phenylalanine, so check the medication label if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).
  • Do not use Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's only to make a child sleepy. 
  • Contact a doctor if your symptoms do not improve even after 7 days.
  • Contact a doctor immediately if you develop fever, rash or headaches after taking Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Cough: Coughing is the body’s way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. Coughs may be dry or productive. A productive cough (wet cough) brings up sputum (phlegm, mucus and other matter) from the lungs. Cough is commonly caused as a response to allergy or viral infection but coughing up mucus is possibly an infection in the respiratory tract. If you are coughing thick, solid white mucus, you may have a bacterial infection in the airways. If the mucus is clear or light-coloured, you may have allergies or a minor infection in the respiratory tract, and yellow or green mucus indicates a respiratory infection.

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's as it may increase drowsiness. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's.

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's is excreted in human milk. Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Caution

Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's.

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Liver

Caution

Take Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. However, please consult a doctor before using Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's in children.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

khasra no. 968/1, village : kishanpura, baddi-174 101, dist solan, india
Other Info - KOF0225

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FAQs

Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's is used to treat dry cough.
Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's is a combination drug, primarily used to treat dry cough. Chlorpheniramine works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Phenylephrine is a 'decongestant' that helps in shrinking the blood vessels located in the nasal passage, thereby reducing stuffy nose. Dextromethorphan works by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough center in the brain to the muscles that produce cough.
Consuming alcohol, along with Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's, may potentiate some of the pharmacologic effects of CNS-active agents. If used together, it may lead to symptoms like confusion, central nervous system depression, impairment of thinking and judgment.
No, you should not take Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's if you need to undergo surgery as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness when given along with anesthesia. Please inform your doctor before surgery if you are taking Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's as the doctor may stop it 72 hours before the surgery.
It is not recommended to take Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's along with any anti-depressant medication, especially MAO inhibitors (linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine), as it may lead to unpleasant side-effects or any drug interaction. Also, Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's should be taken at least 15 days after your last dose of anti-depressants.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's and skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's should be used with caution and only when prescribed by a doctor in patients with glaucoma. As Kof Gel Softgel Capsule 10's may rarely worsen the symptoms of glaucoma.

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