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Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet Substitute

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Uses:

<p>Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet is used to treat a chesty cough. The detailed uses of Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet are as follows:</p><ul><li> <strong>Relief from Cough:</strong> Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet is frequently used to treat persistent coughs caused by colds, allergies, or asthma. It soothes the throat by minimising irritation. </li><li> <strong>Expectorant Properties: </strong>Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet loosens mucus in the respiratory tract, making it easier to expel phlegm and breathe. </li><li><strong>Eases breathing in respiratory conditions: </strong> It relaxes the airway muscles, improving airflow and reducing wheezing or shortness of breath. </li><li><strong>Breaks down mucus: </strong> It thins and dissolves mucus, making it easier to clear from the respiratory tract. </li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet is a combination of three drugs, namely Guaiphenesin, Terbutaline, and Bromhexine, used to treat a cough with mucus. Guaiphenesin belongs to the class of expectorants that work by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reducing the stickiness of mucus, and helping to remove it from the airways. Terbutaline belongs to the class of bronchodilators that relax muscles and widen the airways. Thereby, it makes breathing easier. Bromhexine belongs to the class of mucolytic agents (cough/sputum thinner) that work by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Thereby, it helps to cough out easily.

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Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet belongs to the class of medicine called expectorant, primarily used to treat cough associated with mucus.

Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet contains Guaiphenesin, Terbutaline, and Bromhexine. Guaiphenesin works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reducing the stickiness of mucus and helping to remove it from the airways. Terbutaline makes breathing easier by relaxing muscles and widening the airways. Bromhexine works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe and nose. Thereby, it helps to cough up easily.

Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet should be used with caution in diabetic patients if prescribed by a doctor. However, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet as it may increase blood sugar levels.

You are recommended to take Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the symptoms persist or worsen, accompanied by a rash, fever, or persistent headache after 1 week of using Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet, please consult your doctor.

Take Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. If you experience any difficulty while taking Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet, please consult your doctor.

No, higher than the prescribed dose of Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet will not be more effective; instead, it can lead to increased side effects. Therefore, do not exceed the recommended dose. If your symptoms worsen, please consult your doctor.

Store Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet at a temperature not exceeding 30°C in a cool and dry place. Protect from light and moisture. Keep it out of reach of children. Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet should be disposed of by following local guidelines or asking your pharmacist how to properly dispose of any unused medicine.

Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet should only be used in pregnant women if the doctor determines that the benefits outweigh the risks. It is also unclear whether Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet passes into breast milk, so breastfeeding mothers should use it only if the doctor believes the benefits outweigh the potential risks.

Yes, the common side effects of Ciocof 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Tablet include, nausea, vomiting, headache, drowsiness, dizziness, skin rash, tremor, stomach upset, and fast heartbeats. However, please contact your physician if these effects persist for longer durations.