Axocold DX Capsule
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Product introduction
Axocold DX Capsule is a medicine used to treat dry cough. It works by directly suppressing the cough reflex in the brain. It also provides relief from allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing.
Axocold DX Capsule 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, indigestion, stomach pain, vomiting, upset stomach, bloating, headache, sweating, and rash. 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 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 sleepiness worse.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any lung, liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.
Axocold DX Capsule 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, indigestion, stomach pain, vomiting, upset stomach, bloating, headache, sweating, and rash. 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 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 sleepiness worse.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any lung, liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.
Uses of Axocold DX Capsule
Benefits of Axocold DX Capsule
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. Axocold DX Capsule suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. Along with taking Axocold DX Capsule, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.
Side effects of Axocold DX Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Axocold DX
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Indigestion
- Stomach pain
- Vomiting
- Upset stomach
- Bloating
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Sweating
- Rash
- Hives
How to use Axocold DX Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Axocold DX Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Axocold DX Capsule works
Axocold DX Capsule is a combination of three medicines:.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Axocold DX Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Axocold DX Capsule 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Axocold DX Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Axocold DX Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Axocold DX Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Axocold DX Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
Axocold DX Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Axocold DX Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Axocold DX Capsule, 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Axocold DX Capsule
₹4.93/Capsule
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Quick tips
- Axocold DX Capsule is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.
- Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications, e.g., anti-depressants.
- Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have cough for more than 7 days.
- Inform your doctor if you have had a cough for a long time or if you have asthma or suffer from serious asthma attacks, or if your cough is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
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Name: Axter Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: b-2,1109, "palladium"corporate road, b/h. divyabhaskar, sg highway, makarba, ahmedabad - 380051 gujarat india.
Country of origin: India
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