How does Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet work?

Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet contains Acetylcysteine that belongs to the class of mucolytic agents (cough/sputum thinner). It works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in lungs, windpipe and nose. Thereby, helps to cough out easily.

What foods are to be avoided while taking Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet ?

You are recommended to avoid histamine rich foods such as tomatoes, wine and processed foods as it may cause histamine intolerance by affecting the way histamine is broken down in the body leading to symptoms such as flushing (redness of the skin), migraine headaches, skin rash, itching and rhinitis (runny and stuffy nose). Therefore, if you are allergic to histamine or cannot tolerate food and drinks rich in histamine, please inform your doctor before taking Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet .

Can I take Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet with antibiotics?

You are not recommended to take Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet with antibiotics such as tetracycline, amoxicillin, amikacin and gentamicin at the same time as it may reduce the effectiveness of antibiotics. However, if you are supposed to take these medicines together, maintain a time gap of minimum of 2 hours between taking Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet and antibiotics. However, please consult a doctor before using Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet with antibiotics or any other medicines.

How long should I take Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet ?

You are recommended to take Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the symptoms worsen or persist after 1 week of using Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet , please consult your doctor.

Can I stop taking Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet on my own?

You are not recommended to stop taking Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen cough or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet , please consult your doctor.

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MUCOLYTIC AGENTS

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TETRACYCLINE
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Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet is not recommended for children below 14 years of age. Drink plenty of fluids to thin mucus and lubricate your throat while taking Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet . Severe skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome (a serious and rare disorder of skin and mucus membranes) or toxic epidermal necrolysis (skin blistering or skin peeling) have been rarely reported in some patients. However, if you notice any skin rash worsening with mucosal lesions or blisters, stop taking Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet and contact your doctor immediately. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet . If you have a history of stomach ulcers or have asthma, inform your doctor before taking Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet .

Side Effects of Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet

Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach upset
Fever

Directions for Use

Oral tablet: Take it preferably with food to avoid stomach upset or as advised by the doctor. Swallow the tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Effervescent tablet: Drop the tablet in a glass of water and allow it to dissolve completely. Wait for about one and half minute for the water to get clear. Stir the water and drink immediately. Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions before using it and take it with or without food as advised by your doctor using a measuring cup that is provided with the pack.

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Medicinal Benefits

Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet is a mucolytic agent (sputum thinner) used to treat acute (short term) and chronic (long term) respiratory diseases associated with excess mucus. Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nasal passage. Thereby, making it easier to cough out phlegm. Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet is used in the treatment of conditions such as emphysema (shortness of breath), bronchitis (inflammation of mucous membranes in the airways), bronchiectasis (chronic widening of airway passage), and mucoviscidosis/cystic fibrosis (thick mucous clogs different parts of the body).

Uses of Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet

Respiratory diseases associated with excessive mucus

About Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet

Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called 'mucolytic agents' (cough/sputum thinner) primarily used to treat respiratory diseases associated with excessive mucus. Acute respiratory diseases are initially associated with dry, irritating cough, hoarseness in laryngitis (swelling of the voice box), or burning sensation in the chest due to bronchitis (swelling of the lining of bronchial tubes). Then, wet mucus forms, and continuous coughing out of sputum occurs. In chronic respiratory diseases, both dry irritating cough and wet cough with mucus occur.

Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet contains 'Acetylcysteine' that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nasal passage. Thereby, making it easier to cough out phlegm.

Take Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, or fever. Most of these side effects of Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet is not recommended for children below 14 years of age. Drink plenty of fluids to thin mucus and lubricate your throat while taking Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet . When the bottle is opened, the liquid (syrup) colour may change and have a bad odor. This is normal, and it does not indicate that medicine has changed. Severe skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome (a serious and rare disorder of skin and mucus membranes) or toxic epidermal necrolysis (skin blistering or skin peeling) have been rarely reported in some patients. However, if you notice any skin rash worsening with mucosal lesions or blisters, stop taking Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet and contact your doctor immediately. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet . If you have a history of stomach ulcers or have asthma inform your doctor before taking Coenac SF Orange Flavour Tablet .

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