Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about V-Kuf-A Syrup Sugar Free
Description:
V-Kuf-A Syrup Sugar Free is a combination medicine used to treat cough. It thins the mucus in the nose and windpipe, making it easier to cough out. This medicine also relieves throat irritation and provides cooling sensation.
V-Kuf-A Syrup Sugar Free 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, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, headache, rash, tremor, and increased heart rate. 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 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 sleepiness worse.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Earlier taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Directions For Use:
Ordinary side effects of V-Kuf-A
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Rash
- Tremors
- Increased heart rate
- Upper abdominal pain
- Urticaria
- Itching
- Sweating
- Alters in serum aminotransferase levels
- Bloating
- Indigestion
Side 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
Warning & Precautions:
AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with V-Kuf-A Syrup Sugar Free. Please consult your doctor.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
V-Kuf-A Syrup Sugar Free 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 feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of V-Kuf-A Syrup Sugar Free during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether V-Kuf-A Syrup Sugar Free alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
V-Kuf-A Syrup Sugar Free is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of V-Kuf-A Syrup Sugar Free may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
V-Kuf-A Syrup Sugar Free is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of V-Kuf-A Syrup Sugar Free may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
Q. Will a higher than the recommended dose of V-Kuf-A Syrup Sugar Free be more effective?
No, taking higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having increased side effects. If you do not find any relief in your symptoms while taking V-Kuf-A Syrup Sugar Free, please consult your doctor.
Q. In which type of cough will the doctor prescribe V-Kuf-A Syrup Sugar Free?
V-Kuf-A Syrup Sugar Free is indicated in the treatment of a cough that is associated with excessive mucus secretion.
Q. Are there any contraindications associated with use of V-Kuf-A Syrup Sugar Free?
It is not recommended to use V-Kuf-A Syrup Sugar Free if you have hypersensitivity to any of the components of the formulation. Avoid the medication if you have pre-existing ischaemic heart disease, significant risk factors for ischaemic heart disease and gastric ulceration.
Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of V-Kuf-A Syrup Sugar Free?
Retain this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.