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Kofarest is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Liquid, Drops. Kofarest also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Kofarest is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Kofarest include Constipation, Heartburn, Nausea or vomiting. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Kofarest as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Kofarest are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Kofarest is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Kofarest's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Kofarest is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Asthma, Smoking Addiction as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Kofarest are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Kofarest with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Kofarest is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Kofarest is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Kofarest safe for pregnant women?
Kofarest may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Kofarest again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Kofarest safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Kofarest. If you see any side effects, stop taking Kofarest immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Kofarest again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Kofarest on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Kofarest. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Kofarest on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Kofarest. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Kofarest on the Heart?
Kofarest may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Kofarest should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kofarest unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kofarest habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Kofarest.
Interaction between Food and Kofarest
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Kofarest and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kofarest
Consumption of alcohol and Kofarest together may have severe effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Guaifenesin
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 629-631
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 223
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1182-1183