Cofstop-DX 10mg Syrup 100 ml

Question 1

How does Cofstop-DX 10mg Syrup 100 ml work?

Accepted Answer

Cofstop-DX 10mg Syrup 100 ml is primarily used to treat dry cough. Cofstop-DX 10mg Syrup 100 ml contains Dextromethorphan, which is a cough suppressant. It works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough. Cofstop-DX 10mg Syrup 100 ml is generally prescribed for short term treatment of dry cough. It does not treat chronic cough or cough caused due to smoking, emphysema and asthma.

Question 2

If I feel better can I stop taking Cofstop-DX 10mg Syrup 100 ml?

Accepted Answer

No, Cofstop-DX 10mg Syrup 100 ml should not be stopped abruptly without consulting your doctor as it might lead to withdrawal symptoms like irritability, anxiety, diarrhoea, restlessness, increased blood pressure. So, please consult your doctor, and he might lower your dose gradually depending upon your condition.

Question 3

Does Cofstop-DX 10mg Syrup 100 ml cause drowsiness?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Cofstop-DX 10mg Syrup 100 ml may cause drowsiness, so operating any machinery or driving a car, doing an activity that requires concentration and alertness should be avoided.

Question 4

Is Cofstop-DX 10mg Syrup 100 ml a steroid or antihistamine or opiate or NSAID or narcotic?

Accepted Answer

Cofstop-DX 10mg Syrup 100 ml is not a steroid, antihistamine, opiate, NSAID, or narcotic, it is a decongestant, but it can have addictive effects if taken in more than the recommended dose. It does not contain codeine or alcohol. It is not a controlled substance.

Question 5

Can I take depression medication along with Cofstop-DX 10mg Syrup 100 ml?

Accepted Answer

It is not recommended to take Cofstop-DX 10mg Syrup 100 ml along with any anti-depressant medication as it contains dextromethorphan, leading to unpleasant side-effects or any drug interaction. Also, Cofstop-DX 10mg Syrup 100 ml should be taken at least 15 days after your last dose of anti-depressants, especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO).

Question 6

Can I take more than recommended dose of Cofstop-DX 10mg Syrup 100 ml?

Accepted Answer

No, never take more than the prescribed dose of Cofstop-DX 10mg Syrup 100 ml. It may lead to symptoms like nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, dizziness, unsteadiness, changes in vision, difficulty in breathing, fast heartbeat, hallucination, seizures, and coma.

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