Velcof A Syrup
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Rain Remedies |
| Active Ingredient | Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg) + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (10mg) + Menthol (1.5mg) + Phenylephrine (5mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| User Rating | 4.3 |
| User Reviews | 448 |
FAQ
Can I take Velcof A with anti-depressant medicines?
It is not recommended to take Velcof A along with any anti-depressant medication, as it may lead to unpleasant side effects or drug interaction. Also, it is advisable to take this syrup at least 14 days after your last dose of anti-depressants.
Can Velcof A make you sleepy?
Yes, this medicine can cause drowsiness and sleepiness. Avoid alcohol or other sedating medications, which can make you more drowsy and less alert. Be careful driving or doing anything that requires you to be alert until you know how this medication affects you.
Can I take Velcof A if I need to undergo surgery?
Consult your doctor before taking Velcof A if you need to undergo surgery as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness when given along with anesthesia. Your doctor may advise you to stop taking this medicine 72 hours prior to the surgery.
What if you forget to take Velcof A?
If you miss a dose of Velcof A, 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.
Velcof A Syrup Reviews
Velcof A is used in the treatment of dry cough. It provides relief by reducing the activity of cough center in the brain. It thins mucus in the nose and windpipe, making it easier to cough out.
Velcof A 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, upset stomach, headache, loss of appetite, insomnia, rash, and diarrhea. 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 may also cause dizziness and 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 dizziness worse.
It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Pregnant women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Velcof A 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, upset stomach, headache, loss of appetite, insomnia, rash, and diarrhea. 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 may also cause dizziness and 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 dizziness worse.
It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Pregnant women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
How Velcof A Syrup Works
Velcof A is a combination of four medicines:.
How to Use Velcof A 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. Velcof A may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits of Velcof A Syrup
- 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. Velcof A suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. Apart from this, it also reduces symptoms of allergy like watery eyes, sneezing and runny nose. Along with taking Velcof A, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.
Uses of Velcof A Syrup
- Dry cough
Velcof A Syrup Side Effects
Safety Tips
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Velcof A 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.
Liver
UNSAFE
Velcof A is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Velcof A may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Velcof A is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Velcof A is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Velcof A may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Velcof A. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Velcof A helps relieve dry persistent cough.
- Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Velcof A as it can cause excessive drowsiness.
- Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
- Inform your doctor if your cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition.
- It may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.