Dorcol Childrens Cough

What Is Dorcol Childrens Cough Used For

Dorcol Childrens Cough is to be used for the relief of cough and congestion due to colds, acute respiratory infections such as bronchitis, and might help you to relive sneezing and itching associated with hay fever. Dorcol Childrens Cough is made up of dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and pseudoephedrine which work together fight common cold symptoms.

If you experience or are concerned or require more information about any of the above conditions, please contact your healthcare prescriber about Dorcol Childrens Cough.

How To Use Dorcol Childrens Cough

Remember to take your medication at regular intervals between every dose so that your drug will work efficiently. It is also important to follow the instructions given and read the patient information leaflet provided as these will differ between different medication.

Dorcol Childrens Cough syrup should be taken orally with a specially marked spoon or container so that you can measure your medicine. If you do not have one ask your pharmacist to give you one as household spoons aren?t always accurate. To prevent an upset stomach you may take with milk or food. Be sure to space your doses evenly and do not take more than directed.

Dorcol Childrens Cough should only be taken as instructed by your healthcare prescriber. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your healthcare prescriber first or unless instructed to do so. If the medication is for your child, remember that the dosage instructions will differ, so please check prior to starting the medication.

Conflicting Medications With Dorcol Childrens Cough

Always consult the doctor who prescribed Dorcol Childrens Cough to you; as this is only a partial interacting medicines list:
  • Thyroid hormones
  • Linezolid
  • Medicines for mental depression
  • St. John?s wort
  • Medicines for weight loss
  • MAO inhibitors such as phenelzine, tranylcypromine, or isocarboxazid
  • Cocaine
  • Medicines for anxiety or sleeping problems such as diazepam or temazepam
  • Certain antidepressants or tranquilizers
  • Certain antihistamines used in cold medicines
  • Medicines for mental problems and psychotic disturbances
  • Alcohol and medicines containing alcohol
  • Medicine for diabetes
  • Barbiturates such as Phenobarbital
  • Medicines for chest pain, heart disease, high blood pressure or heart rhythm problems
  • Caffeine
  • Muscle relaxers
  • Medicines for movement abnormalities as in Parkinson?s disease, or for gastrointestinal problems
It is very important to inform your healthcare prescriber of your medical history and the drugs that you are taking. For example, drugs that you are currently taking along with Dorcol Childrens Cough may interact with each other. Inform your healthcare prescriber if you fall into any one of the following categories below:
  • Are a smoker
  • Use any other legal or illegal drugs or substances
  • Consume alcohol or caffeine on a regular basis

All of the categories listed above may affect the outcome of the medicine Dorcol Childrens Cough and as a result give rise to unwanted side-effects.

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