Frekof Tablet
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Product introduction
Frekof Tablet is used in the treatment of common cold symptoms like runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, throat irritation, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness. It also helps in relieving pain and fever.
Frekof 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, vomiting, rash, headache, anxiety, restlessness, insomnia, and increased heart rate. 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 taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
Frekof 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, vomiting, rash, headache, anxiety, restlessness, insomnia, and increased heart rate. 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 taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
Uses of Frekof Tablet
Benefits of Frekof Tablet
In Common cold
Frekof Tablet is a combination medicine that effectively relieves symptoms of common cold such as blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours.
This medicine is safe and effective. Frekof Tablet usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.
This medicine is safe and effective. Frekof Tablet usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.
Side effects of Frekof Tablet
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 Frekof
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Vomiting
- Rash
- Hives
- Allergic reaction
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Anxiety
- Restlessness
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Increased heart rate
How to use Frekof Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Frekof Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Frekof Tablet works
Frekof Tablet is a combination of five medicines: Guaifenesin, Bromhexine, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Paracetamol and Ephedrine. Guaifenesin and Bromhexine help in the removal of mucus (phlegm) from the airways. Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (fever reducer). It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain and fever. Ephedrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Frekof Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Frekof 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Frekof Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Frekof Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Frekof Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Frekof Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Frekof Tablet may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Use of Frekof Tablet may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Frekof Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Frekof Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Frekof Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
However, the use of Frekof Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
What if you forget to take Frekof Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Frekof 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Frekof Tablet is prescribed to get relief from symptoms of common cold.
- Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
- Call your doctor if your symptoms have not improved within seven days of treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications, e.g., anti-depressants.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for cold.
- Along with taking Frekof Tablet do the following simple tips at home to get relief:
- Steam inhalation.
- Gargling with warm saltwater.
- Apply vapor rubs on chest, back if needed. Take enough rest.
- Take warm food and fluid only. Ensure adequate fluid intake.
- Advise hygiene measures to reduce spread: frequent hand-washing, avoiding sharing towels, pillowcase, etc.
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- Drugs.com. Guaifenesin. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Bromhexine. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Chlorpheniramine Maleate. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Ephedrine. [Accessed 18 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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