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Alkof Cofgel Tablet
Prescription Required
Introduction of Alkof Tablet
Alkof Cofgel Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling (in eyes, nose, throat), and congestion in the nose. It also thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to cough out.
Alkof Cofgel Tablet is a combination of cough suppressant, H1 antihistaminic, expectorant, and mucolytic medicines.
Alkof Cofgel Tablet is a combination of cough suppressant, H1 antihistaminic, expectorant, and mucolytic medicines.
Uses of Alkof Tablet
Benefits of Alkof Tablet
In Dry cough
A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. It may cause a tickling sensation or itching in the throat and may be due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. Alkof Cofgel Tablet suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. Apart from this, it also reduces symptoms of allergy like watery eyes, sneezing and runny nose. Along with taking Alkof Cofgel Tablet, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.
Side effects of Alkof Tablet
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
Common side effects of Alkof
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Indigestion
- Upset stomach
- Vomiting
- Bloating
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Rash
- Hives
- Sweating
- Sleepiness
How to use Alkof Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alkof Cofgel Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Alkof Cofgel Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Alkof Cofgel Tablet 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 feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alkof Cofgel Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Alkof Cofgel Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Alkof Cofgel Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Alkof Cofgel Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
Alkof Cofgel Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Alkof Cofgel Tablet
₹2.8/Tablet
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₹0.99/tablet
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Quick tips
Alkof Tablet
- Alkof Cofgel Tablet is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.
- Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications, e.g., anti-depressants.
- Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have cough for more than 7 days.
- Inform your doctor if you have had a cough for a long time or if you have asthma or suffer from serious asthma attacks, or if your cough is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Alkof Tablet for?
Cough
38%
Dry cough
31%
Others
15%
Cough with mu*
15%
*Cough with mucus
How much was the improvement?
Average
44%
Excellent
28%
Poor
28%
What were the side-effects while using Alkof Cofgel Tablet?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Alkof Tablet?
With food
100%
Please rate Alkof Cofgel Tablet on price
Average
78%
Expensive
22%
Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.Marketer details
Name: Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Address: Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013.
Country of origin: India
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