MERICOF TABLET belongs to a class of medications called ‘expectorants’ primarily used to treat 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, namely: 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. 

MERICOF TABLET contains four medicines, namely: Dextromethorphan (cough suppressant), Chlorpheniramine (antihistamine/antiallergic), Guaifenesin (expectorant), and Ammonium chloride (irritative agent). Dextromethorphan belongs to the class of cough suppressants that work by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough, thereby decreasing the urge to cough. Chlorpheniramine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that work by blocking the action of histamine and is responsible for causing allergic reactions. It also provides relief from allergic symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion or stiffness. Guaifenesin and Ammonium chloride belong to the class of irritants and expectorants that work by irritating the airways, which increases the production of respiratory tract fluids and decreases the stickiness of mucus that can be coughed out easily. Thus, together, MERICOF TABLET helps remove mucus from the airways and helps with easy breathing, especially.

Take MERICOF TABLET as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend how often you take MERICOF TABLET based on your medical condition. Some people may experience dry mouth, throat or nose, nausea, stomach upset, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, blurred vision, constipation, dizziness, restlessness, or nervousness. Most of these side effects of MERICOF TABLET do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to MERICOF TABLET or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using MERICOF TABLET. MERICOF TABLET is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Drink plenty of fluids while taking MERICOF TABLET to loosen mucus. If you have high blood pressure, fits, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), chronic bronchitis, asthma, cough with mucus, cough caused by smoking, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), blockage in stomach or intestines, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), enlarged prostate, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, lung, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking MERICOF TABLET.

MERICOF TABLET is a combination of four drugs, namely: Dextromethorphan, Chlorpheniramine, Guaifenesin, and Ammonium chloride. Dextromethorphan belongs to the class of cough suppressants that decrease the urge to cough. Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine (anti-allergic drug) that provides relief from symptoms of allergy such as sneezing, stuffy/runny nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. Guaifenesin and Ammonium chloride belong to the class of irritants and expectorants that work by irritating the airways, which increases the production of respiratory tract fluids and decreases the stickiness of mucus that can be coughed out easily. Together, MERICOF TABLET helps clear the respiratory tract from cough for easy breathing.

• Dry mouth, throat or nose
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach upset
• Constipation
• Drowsiness
• Headache
• Blurred vision
• Dizziness
• Restlessness or nervousness

If you are allergic to MERICOF TABLET or are pregnant or breastfeeding, then it is advised to inform your doctor before using MERICOF TABLET. MERICOF TABLET is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If you are about to undergo any medical tests or surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking MERICOF TABLET. Avoid using MERICOF TABLET if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine, and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. If you have high blood pressure, fits, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), chronic bronchitis, asthma, cough with mucus, cough caused by smoking, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), blockage in stomach or intestines, phenylketonuria (a congenital disability that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), enlarged prostate, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, lung, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking MERICOF TABLET.

• Avoid dairy products such as milk, as it may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods to relieve your cough. Instead, replace baked foods, fried foods, white bread, white pasta, French fries, sugary desserts and chips with green leafy vegetables.
• Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dry throat while you have a cough and loosen mucus.
• Avoid citrus fruits as they may worsen the cough. Eat fruits rich in water content, such as pears, watermelon, peaches and pineapples.