Nescof-D
All Round Relief from Cough and ColdComposition:
Each 5ml of NESCOF-D contains Dextromethorphan 10mg + CPM 2mg + Phenylephrine 5mg
Therapeutic Action:
NESCOF-D SYRUP is a dry cough syrup with the combination of Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan and Phenylephrine. Chlorpheniramine is an Antihistamine that reduces allergic reactions and Dextromethorphan is an Antitussive which suppresses intensity and frequency of coughing. Phenylephrine is nasal decongestant which reduces nasal decongestion and provides relief from dry cough symptoms.
Uses of Nescof-D:
NESCOF-D SYRUP is used to relieve cough due to throat or bronchial irritation, sneezing and running nose caused by cold, dry cough, allergic cough, post-operative cough, smokers cough and night-time cough.
Directions for use:
Take NESCOF-D SYRUP as advised by your physician. Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects:
Usually NESCOF-D is well tolerated however some individuals may experience side effects such as sedation, somnolence, disturbance in attention, abnormal coordination, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, blurred vision, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, abdominal discomfort, fatigue. Most of these side effects subsides over a period of time however you can approach physician in case of any concern.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
NESCOF-D SYRUP is generally not recommended for use in pregnancy. Contact your doctor before taking.
Breastfeeding
NESCOF-D SYRUP is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may excrete through the breast milk. Contact your doctor before taking.
Driving and using machines
Do not drive or operate any machines if you feel drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision and psychomotor impairment after taking NESCOF-D SYRUP.
Alcohol
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking NESCOF-D SYRUP as it may lead to unwanted effects.
Kidney Disease
NESCOF-D SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Contact your doctor before taking.
Liver Disease
NESCOF-D SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Contact your doctor before taking.
Allergy
Do not take NESCOF-D SYRUP if you are allergic to Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylephrine or to other ingredients of this medicine.
Lung Disease
NESCOF-D SYRUP is not recommended for use in patients with or at risk of developing, respiratory failure (Ex. chronic obstructive airways disease or pneumonia or an exacerbation of asthma) and should be used with caution in patients with asthma, bronchitis, bronchiectasis, emphysema. Contact your doctor before taking.
Heart Disease
NESCOF-D SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with severe heart diseases and severe hypertension. Contact your doctor before taking.
Others
NESCOF-D SYRUP is not recommended for use if you have:
- Confusion.
- Rare hereditary problems like fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption and sucrase-isomaltase insufficiency.
Before taking NESCOF-D SYRUP, inform your doctor if you have:
- Epilepsy.
- Glaucoma.
- Urinary retention.
- Prostatic enlargement.
- Pyloroduodenal obstruction.
- Thyrotoxicosis.
- Diabetes.
Use in Paediatrics:
Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. Contact your doctor before taking NESCOF-D SYRUP.
Use in Geriatrics:
NESCOF-D SYRUP should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years or above). Contact your doctor before taking.
Drug-Drug Interactions:
Inform your physician, if you are taking:
- Hypnotics or anxiolytics Ex. alprazolam, diazepam, lorazepam (medicines that induces sleep and to treat anxiety).
- Sedatives Ex. phenobarbital, pentobarbital (medicines used to reduce excitement).
- Opioid analgesics like tramadol, morphine, codeine, methadone (medicines used for severe pain).
- Fluphenazine, thioridazine, haloperidol, perphenazine (medicines used to treat psychoses).
- Antimuscarinic drugs Ex. dicyclomine (medicines used to relax stomach and intestine).
- Fluoxetine, paroxetine, sertraline, amitriptyline, imipramine, selegiline, rasagiline, bupropion (medicines used for depression).
- Cough and Cold Medicines.
- Phenytoin (medicines used to treat fits).
- Quinidine, amiodarone, propafenone and flecainide (medicines used to treat heart rhythm disorders).
- Cinacalcet (medicine used to treat hyperparathyroidism).
- Terbinafine (medicines used to treat fungal infections).
- Antihistamines (drugs used to treat the symptoms of allergic reactions) Ex. dimenhydrinate.
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally took too much of this medicine, consult your doctor immediately. Symptoms of overdosage are drowsiness, lethargy, nystagmus, ataxia, depression, nausea, vomiting and hyperactivity, excitation, mental confusion, tremors, psychosis, hallucinations, high fever and convulsions, restlessness, nervousness and irritability, stupor, dystonia and respiratory depression.
More Information
- Keep away from children and store NESCOF-D SYRUP below 30°C.
