Eldikof Tablet

This page serves as your comprehensive resource for Eldikof Tablet. We delve into the specifics of this medication, including its indications, the precise way it should be administered, a detailed account of possible side effects, and crucial information regarding contraindications and precautions. Enhance your understanding of Eldikof Tablet and its role in your treatment plan.

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Salt Combination: Guaifenesin (100mg) + Bromhexine (8mg) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg) + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (10mg)
Brand: Elder Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Uses: Dry cough

Description

Eldikof 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
Eldikof Tablet 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 doctor 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, diarrhea, stomach pain, indigestion, upset stomach, vomiting, bloating, headache, rash, and sweating
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
This medicine can also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make dizziness worse.
Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you
It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Cautions

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

Uses

Uses of Eldikof 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
Eldikof 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 Eldikof Tablet , gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Eldikof Tablet , 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 Eldikof Tablet

Nausea
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Indigestion
Upset stomach
Vomiting
Bloating
Dizziness
Headache
Rash
Hives
Sweating
Sleepiness

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