Sinocof Syrup

Sinocof Syrup

Let us guide you through the essential information about Sinocof Syrup. This page details its approved uses, provides clear instructions on how to use it, outlines potential side effects you should be aware of, and highlights important warnings and precautions. Remember, the information here is a supplement to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice regarding Sinocof Syrup.

Information about Sinocof Syrup (Brand: Pharmatech Healthcare) - Uses: Dry cough

  • MRP: ₹
  • Packing:
  • Salt Combination: Phenylpropanolamine (12.5mg) + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (10mg)
  • Brand: Pharmatech Healthcare
  • Uses: Dry cough

Description

  • Sinocof Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough
  • It narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness
  • It also reduces the activity of the cough center in the brain
  • Sinocof Syrup 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 healthcare team 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, stomach upset, insomnia, high blood pressure, and palpitations
  • 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.
  • Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person
  • Keep it out of reach of children
  • It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication
  • Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you
  • Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Cautions

Liver: UNSAFE: Sinocof Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Sinocof Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Sinocof Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Driving: UNSAFE: Sinocof Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Information regarding the use of Sinocof Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnency: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Sinocof Syrup 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.
Alcohol: CAUTION: Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Sinocof Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action: N/A
Therapeutic class: RESPIRATORY
Habit Forming: No
Chemical Class: N/A

Uses

Uses of Sinocof Syrup

  • 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
  • Sinocof Syrup suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat
  • It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours
  • Along with taking Sinocof Syrup, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.
Missed Doses
If you miss a dose of Sinocof Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

FAQs

Frequestly asked Questions

Side Effects

Common and Known Side effects of Sinocof Syrup
  • Nausea
  • Upset stomach
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • High blood pressure
  • Palpitations

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