Kufrest T Syrup
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Kufrest T Syrup is used in the treatment of cough with mucus. It loosens and thins mucus in the nose, windpipe, and lungs. This makes it easier for you to cough it out. It also relaxes and widens the muscles in the airways making it easier for you to breathe.
Kufrest T Syrup 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, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, upset stomach, headache, rash, palpitations, tremor, 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.
Kufrest T Syrup 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, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, upset stomach, headache, rash, palpitations, tremor, 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 Kufrest T Syrup
Benefits of Kufrest T Syrup
In Cough with mucus
Kufrest T Syrup gives relief from cough with mucus. It helps to loosen thick mucus, reduce its stickiness and makes it easier to cough out. This makes breathing easy and reduces the frequency of coughing. Kufrest T Syrup will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. Along with medications, drink enough luke warm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.
Side effects of Kufrest T Syrup
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 Kufrest T
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Rash
- Tremors
- Increased heart rate
- Indigestion
- Bloating
- Upper abdominal pain
- Urticaria
- Itching
- Sweating
- Changes in serum aminotransferase levels
How to use Kufrest T Syrup
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Kufrest T Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Kufrest T Syrup works
Kufrest T Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Ambroxol, Guaifenesin and Terbutaline, which relieves cough with mucus.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Kufrest T Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Kufrest T Syrup 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 Kufrest T Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Kufrest T Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Kufrest T Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Kufrest T Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Kufrest T Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Kufrest T Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Kufrest T Syrup in these patients.
Limited information is available on the use of Kufrest T Syrup in these patients.
What if you forget to take Kufrest T Syrup?
If you miss a dose of Kufrest T Syrup, 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.
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Quick tips
- Kufrest T Syrup relieves cough accompanied with mucus that is associated with broncho-pulmonary disorders such as bronchitis, bronchial asthma and emphysema.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- If you are diabetic, monitor your blood glucose regularly while taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of thyroid or heart disease.
- Stop taking Kufrest T Syrup and inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Kufrest T Syrup for?
Cough with mu*
100%
*Cough with mucus
FAQs
Can Kufrest T Syrup be used in a dry cough?
No, Kufrest T Syrup is used in wet cough i.e. a cough with mucus production.
Are there any contraindications associated with the use of Kufrest T Syrup?
It is not recommended to use Kufrest T Syrup in patients who are allergic to any of its component. It should also be avoided in patients having heart disease and peptic ulcer.
Will a higher than the recommended dose of Kufrest T Syrup be more effective?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects. If the recommended dosage does not relieve your symptoms or there is an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Kufrest T Syrup?
Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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- European Medicne Agency. Revised assessment report: Ambroxol and bromhexine containing medicinal products. 2015. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Guaifenesin. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Terbutaline. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Ambroxol. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Country of origin: India
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