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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Cocoban Tablet 10's is used to treat symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, allergies and other breathing problems like sinusitis and bronchitis. It contains Chlorpheniramine and Phenylephrine, which block the effects of histamine, a substance that causes allergic symptoms. Also, it narrows the small blood vessels, relieving the nose's congestion or stuffiness. It may cause common side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, headache, dry mouth/nose/throat, upset stomach, constipation, or trouble sleeping. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Manufacturer/Marketer :

FIGOMED HEALTHCARE PVT LTD

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Cocoban Tablet 10's

Cocoban Tablet 10's is used to treat symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, allergies and other breathing problems like sinusitis and bronchitis. An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. At the same time, others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander.

Cocoban Tablet 10's contains Chlorpheniramine and Phenylephrine. It helps narrow the small blood vessels, relieving the nose's congestion or stuffiness, runny nose, and watery eyes.

The most common side effects of Cocoban Tablet 10's are drowsiness, dizziness, headache, dry mouth/nose/throat, upset stomach, constipation, or trouble sleeping. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to it. Do not stop taking Cocoban Tablet 10's even if you feel better without asking your doctor. Please tell your doctor before starting Cocoban Tablet 10's if you have a liver problem, are pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Do not take Cocoban Tablet 10's with any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) as it may lead to serious drug interaction.

Uses of Cocoban Tablet 10's

Cocoban Tablet 10's used in the treatment of the common cold and allergies. The detailed uses of Cocoban Tablet 10's are as follows:

  • Relief from common cold Symptoms: Cocoban Tablet 10's provides relief from common cold symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, and congestion.
  • Reduction of Nasal Congestion: Cocoban Tablet 10's helps alleviate nasal congestion by easing breathing difficulties associated with colds or allergies.
  • Relieving Allergic Reactions: Cocoban Tablet 10's is involved in alleviating allergy symptoms, such as itchy eyes and a runny nose, by blocking histamine release.
  • Relief from Sinus Pressure: Cocoban Tablet 10's provides relief from sinus pressure and discomfort caused by colds and allergies.

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Directions for Use

  • Cocoban Tablet 10's can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Swallow Cocoban Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Cocoban Tablet 10's is primarily used to treat common cold symptoms.
  • It is a combination drug containing Chlorpheniramine (antihistamine/antiallergic) and phenylephrine (decongestant), primarily used to treat common cold symptoms like runny nose, congestion, watery eyes, and sneezing.
  • Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that blocks histamine in the body, which is known to cause common cold symptoms.
  • Phenylephrine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nasal passage, reducing a stuffy nose. Together, both of them effectively reduce allergic and cold symptoms.

How Cocoban Tablet 10's Works

Cocoban Tablet 10's contains Chlorpheniramine and Phenylephrine. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic that relieves allergy symptoms like a runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that narrows the small blood vessels, relieving the nose's congestion or stuffiness. Together, Cocoban Tablet 10's effectively reduces allergic symptoms.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Cocoban Tablet
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery or activities that require high focus until you know how the medication affects you.
  • Maintain a fixed sleeping schedule, create a relaxing bedtime routine and ensure your sleeping space is comfortable to maximize your sleep quality.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine as these may worsen drowsiness and disturb sleep patterns.
  • Drink plenty of water as it helps with alertness and keeps you hydrated and for overall well-being.
  • Moderate physical activity can improve energy levels, but avoid intense workouts right before bedtime.
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery or activities that require high focus until you know how the medication affects you.
  • Maintain a fixed sleeping schedule, create a relaxing bedtime routine and ensure your sleeping space is comfortable to maximize your sleep quality.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine as these may worsen drowsiness and disturb sleep patterns.
  • Drink plenty of water as it helps with alertness and keeps you hydrated and for overall well-being.
  • Moderate physical activity can improve energy levels, but avoid intense workouts right before bedtime.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.

What if I have taken an overdose of Cocoban Tablet 10's

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Cocoban Tablet 10's as it may cause an overdose. The symptoms of overdose include fainting, hallucinations, irregular heartbeat or seizures (fits). If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Cocoban Tablet 10's if you are allergic to histamines, Cocoban Tablet 10's, or any of its ingredients.
  • Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Cocoban Tablet 10's.
  • If you have or have ever had cardiovascular disease, asthma, kidney or liver disease, diabetes, glaucoma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or benign prostatic hyperplasia, please do not take the Cocoban Tablet 10's as it is known to interact. 
  • Also, inform your doctor about all other medications you have taken before starting Cocoban Tablet 10's.
  • Do not stop taking Cocoban Tablet 10's even if you feel better without asking your doctor, as your symptoms may come back and may even worsen your condition. 
  • Cocoban Tablet 10's may cause drowsiness and sleepiness, so it is advised not to drive a car or operate machinery.
  • Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness.
  • If you need to undergo surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Cocoban Tablet 10's, as it should not be taken during surgery.
  • Do not take Cocoban Tablet 10's if you have taken any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Cocoban Tablet:
Co-administration of Cocoban Tablet with Sevoflurane can increase the levels of Cocoban Tablet and lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cocoban Tablet with Sevoflurane is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cocoban Tablet:
Taking Cocoban Tablet with Propofol may lead to increased levels of Cocoban Tablet leading to side effects like high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cocoban Tablet with Propofol is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cocoban Tablet:
Taking Furazolidone with Cocoban Tablet can cause an increase in high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Furazolidone with Cocoban Tablet is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden and severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sweating, lightheadedness, fainting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, consult the doctor immediately. It is advised to use Cocoban Tablet only after 14 days of stopping Furazolidone.
How does the drug interact with Cocoban Tablet:
Co-administration of Selegiline with Cocoban Tablet together can raise blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Selegiline with Cocoban Tablet is not recommended, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, fits, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and/or fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cocoban Tablet:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Cocoban Tablet can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Cocoban Tablet is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ChlorpheniraminePotassium citrate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cocoban Tablet:
Taking Cocoban Tablet and Potassium citrate (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cocoban Tablet with Potassium citrate is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Cocoban Tablet:
Taking Cocoban Tablet and Potassium chloride (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cocoban Tablet with Potassium chloride it not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Cocoban Tablet:
Taking Doxepin and Cocoban Tablet together may lead to side effects like increased blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Doxepin and Cocoban Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any symptoms, contact your doctor immediately. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advised. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Cocoban Tablet:
Co-administration of Topiramate can cause increased body temperature and decreased sweating, and these effects may be worsened when combined with medications like Cocoban Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Cocoban Tablet and Topiramate, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrineMethysergide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cocoban Tablet:
Taking Cocoban Tablet and Methysergide together may lead to side effects like increased blood pressure, stomach problems, and gangrene (death of tissues, usually in the arm or leg, that may require surgical treatment).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Cocoban Tablet and Methysergide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, blue or purple discoloration of fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, severe headache, irregular heartbeat, breathing difficulties, blurred vision, confusion, and/or slurred speech, consult the doctor immediately.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drinking liquids at room temperature can alleviate cough, runny nose, and sneezing.
  • The immune system is affected by stress, which raises the risk of getting sick. An individual can exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
  • Try to get at least 8 hours of sleep each night to stay fit and healthy.
  • It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens, such as pollen and dust. Certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.
  • Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIALLERGIC
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Cocoban Tablet 10's may cause excessive dizziness when taken with alcohol, so the combined intake should be avoided.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Cocoban Tablet 10's contains a combination of two different drugs. Chlorpheniramine is a class B pregnancy drug, and phenylephrine is a class C. So, it should be used only as prescribed by the doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Cocoban Tablet 10's should only be given to breastfeeding women if the benefits outweigh the harm it will cause to the baby.

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Driving

Unsafe

Cocoban Tablet 10's is known to cause drowsiness and sleepiness. So, driving after consuming Cocoban Tablet 10's should not be done.

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Liver

Caution

Cocoban Tablet 10's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Cocoban Tablet 10's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Caution

Cocoban Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below the age of 4 years. For children aged above 4 years, use Cocoban Tablet 10's only when prescribed by a child specialist. And also, take it in doses as prescribed, as any dose alteration can prove fatal.

FAQs

Cocoban Tablet 10's is used to treat symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, allergies and other breathing problems like sinusitis and bronchitis.

Cocoban Tablet 10's contains Chlorpheniramine and Phenylephrine. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that narrows the small blood vessels, relieving the congestion or stuffiness. Together, Cocoban Tablet 10's effectively reduces allergic symptoms.

No, you should not take Cocoban Tablet 10's if you need to undergo surgery, as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness when given along with anaesthesia. Please inform your doctor before surgery if you are taking Cocoban Tablet 10's as the doctor may stop it 72 hours before the surgery.

It is not recommended to take Cocoban Tablet 10's along with any anti-depressant medication as it may lead to unpleasant side-effects or any drug interaction. Also, Cocoban Tablet 10's should be taken at least 15 days after your last dose of anti-depressants.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take Cocoban Tablet 10's and skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Kalparambu P , Kerala-680546
Other Info - COC0129

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