Lecof Benefits & Uses

Lecof is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)
Cough

Other Benefits

Allergy
Common Cold
Runny Nose
Itching
Phlegm (Read More - Home remedies for mucus)
Flu
Hives
Dust Allergy
Dry Cough (Read More - Home remedies for dry cough)
Blocked Nose
Low Blood Pressure
Shock
Blocked Ear
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

Lecof Dosage & How to Take

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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lecof Related Warnings

Is the use of Lecof safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Lecof. It is best to stop taking Lecof immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Safe
Is the use of Lecof safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Lecof. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Unknown
What is the effect of Lecof on the Kidneys?

Lecof does not damage the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lecof on the Liver?

Lecof is not harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lecof on the Heart?

You can take Lecof without any fear of damage to the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Lecof with Other Drugs

Lecof should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Selegiline

Escitalopram

Palonosetron

Rasagiline

Selegiline

Duloxetine

Ondansetron

Doxepin

Selegiline

Amitriptyline

Amoxapine

Moderate

Lecof Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lecof unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Glaucoma
Asthma
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Depression
Parkinson's Disease
Asthma
Heart Disease
Kidney Cancer
Liver Disease
Angina
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Hyperthyroidism
Diabetes
Glaucoma
Thyroid problems
Asthma
Smoking Addiction

Frequently asked Questions about Lecof

Is this Lecof habit forming or addictive?

Lecof is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lecof. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Lecof only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Lecof in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Lecof Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lecof

Taking Lecof with food does not harm your health.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lecof

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Lecof with alcohol.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 164,165

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 422-423

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 220

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vazculep (phenylephrine hydrochloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 135-136

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1020-1022

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

Lecof

Lecof Information

Lecof Benefits & Uses

Lecof Dosage & How to Take

Lecof Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Lecof with Other Drugs

Lecof Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Lecof

Lecof Interactions with Food and Alcohol

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