Healtuss Cofgel (Dextromethorphan + CPM + PPH) | Used for Cough, Cold & Nasal Congestion
Healtuss Cofgel contains Dextromethorphan, Chlorpheniramine (CPM), and Phenylephrine (PPH), a combination used for temporary relief of cough, runny nose, sneezing, and nasal congestion associated with common cold and upper respiratory allergies.
Product Overview
Healtuss Cofgel is a combination medicine containing Dextromethorphan, Chlorpheniramine (CPM), and Phenylephrine (PPH). These ingredients work through different mechanisms to provide temporary relief from several common cold and upper-respiratory symptoms.
Dextromethorphan acts as a cough suppressant and helps reduce coughing caused by minor throat and bronchial irritation. Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that helps relieve allergy-related symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, and itching. Phenylephrine is a nasal decongestant that helps reduce swelling of the nasal passages and temporarily improve nasal airflow.
Key Points
- Contains Dextromethorphan, Chlorpheniramine (CPM), and Phenylephrine (PPH).
- Helps temporarily relieve cough.
- Helps reduce runny nose and sneezing.
- Helps relieve nasal congestion.
- Dextromethorphan acts as a cough suppressant.
- Chlorpheniramine provides antihistamine action.
- Phenylephrine provides nasal decongestant action.
- May be used for symptoms associated with common cold and upper respiratory allergies.
- Can cause drowsiness in some people.
- Should be taken according to the recommended directions.
Product Information
| Product Information | Details |
| Product Name | Healtuss Cofgel |
| Active Ingredients | Dextromethorphan + Chlorpheniramine (CPM) + Phenylephrine (PPH) |
| Medicine Type | Cough, antihistamine and decongestant combination |
| Dextromethorphan | Antitussive / cough suppressant |
| Chlorpheniramine | Antihistamine |
| Phenylephrine | Nasal decongestant |
| Main Uses | Cough, runny nose, sneezing and nasal congestion |
| Administration | Oral |
Dosage | As directed on the product label or by a healthcare professional |
How Does Healtuss Cofgel Work?
Healtuss Cofgel works through three active ingredients that target different cold and allergy symptoms.
Dextromethorphan helps suppress the cough reflex and is used for cough caused by minor throat and bronchial irritation.
Chlorpheniramine (CPM) blocks the effects of histamine and helps reduce allergy-related symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, and itching.
Phenylephrine (PPH) acts as a nasal decongestant. It helps reduce swelling in the nasal passages, which can temporarily make breathing through the nose easier.
Benefits
Helps provide temporary relief from cough.
Helps reduce runny nose.
Helps relieve sneezing associated with cold or allergy symptoms.
Helps reduce nasal congestion.
Supports easier nasal breathing when congestion is present.
Combines cough-suppressant, antihistamine, and decongestant actions in one product.
Precaution
Allergy
Do not use Healtuss Cofgel if you have previously experienced an allergic reaction to Dextromethorphan, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, or any ingredient in the product.
High Blood Pressure
Tell your healthcare professional if you have high blood pressure or heart disease. Phenylephrine can affect blood pressure and heart rate and requires caution in people with cardiovascular conditions.
Thyroid Problems
Inform your doctor if you have a thyroid disorder before using this combination.
Diabetes
Tell your healthcare professional if you have diabetes, as phenylephrine-containing products may require additional consideration.
Glaucoma
Inform your doctor if you have glaucoma before using the medicine.
Breathing Problems
Tell your healthcare professional if you have asthma, COPD, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or another breathing condition, particularly if you have a persistent cough or a cough with significant mucus.
Difficulty Urinating
Inform your doctor if you have difficulty passing urine or an enlarged prostate, as antihistamines and decongestants may worsen urinary symptoms.
Drowsiness
Chlorpheniramine may cause significant drowsiness. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how the medicine affects you. Alcohol and other medicines that cause drowsiness may increase this effect.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding, consult a healthcare professional before using Healtuss Cofgel.
Children
Use cough-and-cold combination medicines in children only according to the product's age-specific directions or medical advice. Different formulations have different age restrictions.
Duplicate Ingredients
Do not take multiple cough, cold, allergy, or decongestant products together without checking their ingredients. Combining products containing Dextromethorphan, Chlorpheniramine, or Phenylephrine can result in excessive doses.
Usage
- Take Healtuss Cofgel exactly as directed by your doctor or according to the instructions provided with the product.
- Take the recommended dose at the prescribed time and do not increase the dose on your own.
- If the product is in capsule form, swallow it whole with water unless your healthcare professional has given different instructions.
- Do not crush, chew, or open the capsule unless the product instructions specifically allow it.
- Healtuss Cofgel can generally be taken with or without food. If it causes stomach discomfort, taking it with food may be more comfortable.
- Drink sufficient fluids during treatment unless your doctor has advised you to limit fluid intake.
- Avoid taking another cough, cold, allergy, or decongestant medicine at the same time unless a healthcare professional confirms that the combination is appropriate.
- Check the active ingredients of other cold and cough products to avoid accidentally taking duplicate amounts of Dextromethorphan, Chlorpheniramine, or Phenylephrine.
Uses
Cough Relief
Healtuss Cofgel helps temporarily relieve cough associated with minor throat and bronchial irritation, such as may occur with the common cold.
Runny Nose
Chlorpheniramine helps reduce a runny nose associated with cold or allergy symptoms.
Sneezing
The antihistamine component may help reduce sneezing associated with upper respiratory allergies and cold symptoms.
Nasal Congestion
Phenylephrine helps reduce swelling of the nasal passages and can temporarily improve nasal airflow.
Cold Symptoms
The combination may provide temporary relief from multiple symptoms that can occur with a common cold, including cough, runny nose, sneezing, and nasal congestion.
Side Effects
Common Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Nervousness
- Headache
- Nausea
- Difficulty sleeping
- Stomach discomfort
Serious Side Effects
Seek medical attention if you experience:
- Severe allergic reaction
- Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
- Difficulty breathing
- Severe or unusual heartbeat changes
- Severe dizziness or fainting
- Significant confusion or unusual behavioral changes
FAQs
1. What is Healtuss Cofgel?
Healtuss Cofgel is a combination medicine containing Dextromethorphan, Chlorpheniramine (CPM), and Phenylephrine (PPH), used for temporary relief of cough, runny nose, sneezing, and nasal congestion.
2. What is Healtuss Cofgel used for?
It is used to temporarily relieve cough and certain cold or upper-respiratory allergy symptoms, including runny nose, sneezing, and nasal congestion.
3. How does Healtuss Cofgel work?
Dextromethorphan suppresses cough, Chlorpheniramine reduces histamine-related symptoms, and Phenylephrine helps reduce nasal congestion.
4. Can Healtuss Cofgel cause drowsiness?
Yes. Chlorpheniramine can cause drowsiness. Avoid alcohol and be careful with driving or operating machinery until you know how the medicine affects you.
5. Can I take Healtuss Cofgel with another cold medicine?
Do not combine it with another cough or cold medicine without checking the ingredients first, as duplicate ingredients can result in excessive dosing.
6. Can I take Healtuss Cofgel during pregnancy?
Consult your healthcare professional before using it during pregnancy.
7. Can children take Healtuss Cofgel?
The appropriate age and dose depend on the specific formulation and strength. Follow the product label or your pediatrician's advice rather than using an adult dose.
8. Can I drink alcohol while taking Healtuss Cofgel?
It is advisable to avoid alcohol because it can increase the drowsiness and impairment associated with the antihistamine component.
9. What should I do if my cough continues?
If the cough persists, repeatedly returns, or is accompanied by fever, rash, persistent headache, breathing difficulty, or other concerning symptoms, seek medical evaluation rather than continuing self-treatment.
Interactions
MAO Inhibitors
Do not use this combination with an MAOI or within 14 days of stopping an MAOI unless specifically directed by a healthcare professional. This combination can produce potentially serious interactions.
Antidepressants
Tell your doctor if you take antidepressants. Dextromethorphan can interact with certain medicines that affect serotonin or its metabolism, while chlorpheniramine may also interact with some antidepressant medicines.
Sedatives and Tranquilizers
Medicines that cause drowsiness, including sedatives and tranquilizers, may increase the sedative effects of Chlorpheniramine.
Alcohol
Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine because it can increase drowsiness and impairment.
Other Cough and Cold Medicines
Do not take multiple cough and cold products without checking their active ingredients. Several products may contain Dextromethorphan, Chlorpheniramine, or Phenylephrine, increasing the risk of excessive dosing.
Decongestants and Stimulants
Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking another nasal decongestant or stimulant because Phenylephrine may increase cardiovascular effects when combined with certain medicines
| Manufacturer | : | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd |
| Equivalent Brand | : | Chlor-A-Hist DM |
| Generic Search | : | Dextromethorphan + CPM + PPH |
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