Kofradex Junior New Paediatric Orange Flavour Syrup 60 ml

Question 1

How does Kofradex Junior New Paediatric Orange Flavour Syrup 60 ml work?

Accepted Answer

Kofradex Junior New Paediatric Orange Flavour Syrup 60 ml contains Chlorpheniramine maleate, Phenylephrine, and Dextromethorphan. 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.

Question 2

Can I take Kofradex Junior New Paediatric Orange Flavour Syrup 60 ml before undergoing surgery?

Accepted Answer

No, you should not take Kofradex Junior New Paediatric Orange Flavour Syrup 60 ml if you need to undergo surgery as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness when given along with anaesthesia. Therefore, if you are about to undergo any surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Kofradex Junior New Paediatric Orange Flavour Syrup 60 ml. Your doctor may advise you to stop taking Kofradex Junior New Paediatric Orange Flavour Syrup 60 ml 72 hours before the surgery.

Question 3

Can I take Kofradex Junior New Paediatric Orange Flavour Syrup 60 ml with anti-depressant medicines?

Accepted Answer

It is not recommended to take Kofradex Junior New Paediatric Orange Flavour Syrup 60 ml 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, Kofradex Junior New Paediatric Orange Flavour Syrup 60 ml should be taken at least 15 days after your last dose of anti-depressants.

Question 4

What happens if I miss a dose?

Accepted Answer

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take Kofradex Junior New Paediatric Orange Flavour Syrup 60 ml and skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Question 5

Can Kofradex Junior New Paediatric Orange Flavour Syrup 60 ml be used in patients with glaucoma?

Accepted Answer

Kofradex Junior New Paediatric Orange Flavour Syrup 60 ml should be used with caution and only when prescribed by a doctor in patients with glaucoma, as Kofradex Junior New Paediatric Orange Flavour Syrup 60 ml may rarely worsen the symptoms of glaucoma.

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