Conos 25mg Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Inga Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient Noscapine (25mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical ClassPhthalide Isoquinoline Non-Narcotic Alkaloid
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
Action ClassCough suppressants
User Rating4.6
User Reviews721

FAQ

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Is Conos 25mg sold over the counter?
Yes, Conos 25mg is an over-the-counter (OTC) medicine.
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Is Conos 25mg obtained from poppy plants?
Cultivated opium poppy plants are only commercial source of Conos 25mg.
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What if you forget to take Conos Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Conos 25mg, 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.\n
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Conos 25mg Tablet Reviews

Conos 25mg is an antitussive medicine. It is used for the treatment of dry cough. It suppresses the cough by reducing the activity of the cough center in the brain.

Conos 25mg is best taken on an empty stomach. Take it in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablet whole with the water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. In case, you have missed any doses, take the next dose as soon as you remember it. However, you should never take a double dose. Inform your doctor if symptoms do not improve within 7 days of the treatment.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, headache, sleepiness, dizziness, and coordination problem.  If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, it is advised to drink plenty of fluids while on treatment with this medicine.

Before taking this medicine let your doctor know if you suffer from asthma, as close monitoring is required while taking this medicine. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding. 
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How Conos 25mg Tablet Works

Conos 25mg is an antitussive (cough suppressants). It suppresses cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain.

How to Use Conos 25mg 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. Conos 25mg is to be taken empty stomach.

Benefits of Conos 25mg Tablet

  • In Treatment of Dry cough: A dry cough, also known as non-productive cough, is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. This is irritating, usually associated with a tickly throat, and may be caused due to cold, flu, allergies, or throat irritants. Conos 25mg suppresses dry, hacking coughs. It will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose, or throat irritation and help you carry out your daily activities more easily.This medicine is safe and effective. Conos 25mg 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.

Uses of Conos 25mg Tablet

  • Treatment of Dry cough

Conos 25mg Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Breast feeding  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Conos 25mg is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Liver  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Conos 25mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol  UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Conos 25mg.
Driving  UNSAFE
Conos 25mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Conos 25mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Conos 25mg during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

  • It should be taken on an empty stomach
  • It should not be administered to patients with chronic cough or where cough is accompanied by excessive secretions.
  • Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
  • You have been prescribed Conos 25mg for the symptomatic relief of dry cough.
  • It is usually taken for a short time, until the symptoms clear up.
  • Inform your doctor if your cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash or headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.

References

  1. ScienceDirect. Noscapine.
  2. Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-S198.

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