PRODUCT DETAILS

About Dorkof Q Tablet

BROMHEXINE+CHLORPHENIRAMINE+GUAIFENESIN+PARACETAMOL+PHENYLEPHRINE belongs to the class of medication called ‘cough and cold preparations’ primarily used to treat symptoms of common cold and allergies such as sneezing, runny/stuffy nose, fever, headache, body pains, congestion, or watery eyes. The common cold is a respiratory illness affecting the nose and throat. It is mostly caused by viruses known as ‘rhinoviruses’. The virus enters the body through nose, mouth or eyes and spreads easily through droplets in the air when the person who is sick sneezes, coughs or talks.

Uses of Dorkof Q Tablet

Common cold symptoms, Allergies

Medicinal Benefits of Dorkof Q Tablet

Bromhexine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol is a combination of five drugs, namely: Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, Bromhexine, Paracetamol and Guaifenesin. Chlorpheniramine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergy such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. Thereby, provides relief from congestion and decreases the mucus production. Bromhexine is a mucolytic agent (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in lungs, windpipe and nose. Thereby, helps to cough out easily. Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins that are responsible for pain and fever. Guaifenesin belongs to the class of expectorants that works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reduce the stickiness of mucus and helps to remove it from airways.

Directions for Use

Use Bromhexine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol as prescribed by your doctor. Take Bromhexine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol with or without food and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Side Effects of Dorkof Q Tablet

• Drowsiness, dizziness.
• Nausea, vomiting.
• Nervousness, restlessness.
• Headache. 
• Flushing (redness of the skin).
• Loss of appetite, diarrhoea, stomach upset, constipation.
• Insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep).
• Blurred vision. 
• Dry mouth, nose or throat.

Similar Drugs

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Bromhexine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Bromhexine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol. Do not use Bromhexine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol in breastfeeding mothers without doctor’s advice as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause harm to the baby. Bromhexine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Please do not take more than the prescribed dose of Bromhexine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol as it may cause liver damage and cause serious adverse effects. Avoid using Bromhexine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Bromhexine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol to loosen mucus and protect yourself from being dehydrated or overheated during exercise and in hot weather as Bromhexine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol contains chlorpheniramine that decreases sweating and increases the risk of heatstroke. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, fits, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), stomach ulcer, chronic bronchitis, asthma, cough with mucus, cough caused by smoking, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), blockage in stomach or intestines, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), enlarged prostate, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Bromhexine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol.

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 Bromhexine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Guaifenesin + Phenylephrine + Paracetamol may interact with anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine, cetirizine), antacid (ranitidine), central nervous system stimulants (methylphenidate), antidepressants (duloxetine, sertraline), cough suppressants (dextromethorphan), narcotic analgesics (hydrocodone), antianxiety drug (alprazolam).