Description
| Medicine | |
| Alchohol Interaction | Kufstil SF Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol. |
| Pregnancy Interaction | Kufstil SF Syrup may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor. |
| Lactation Interaction | Kufstil SF Syrup is probably safe to use during lactation. \nLimited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.Larger doses or prolonged use of Kufstil SF Syrup may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby |
| Common Side Effect | Nausea, Stomach pain, Diarrhoea, Stomach upset, Vomiting, Loss of appetite, Dizziness, Headache, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Rash, Urticaria, Itching, Sleepiness. |
| How to Use | Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use.Kufstil SF Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Take it with food if stomach upset occurs. |
| Driving | Kufstil SF Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | Kufstil SF Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Kufstil SF Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.Use of Kufstil SF Syrup may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease. |
| Liver | Kufstil SF Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor. |
| Mechanism of action | Kufstil SF Syrup is a combination of four medicines: Dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, phenylephrine, and chlorpheniramine which relieve dry cough. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant that relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain. Guaifenesin is an expectorant which decreases the stickiness of mucus (phlegm) and helps in its removal from the airways. Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. |
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