EP-Koff Capsule

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology

Last updated on 09 Nov 2024 | 01:06 AM (IST)

EP-Koff Capsule is a medicine used to treat dry cough. It works by directly suppressing the cough reflex in the brain. It also provides relief from allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing.

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General Information

Contains

Guaifenesin (100mg)+ Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (10mg)+ Bromhexine (2mg)

Marketer

Elnova Pharma

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

EP-Koff Capsule is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, indigestion, stomach pain, vomiting, upset stomach, bloating, headache, sweating, and rash. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make sleepiness worse.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any lung, liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

Uses of EP-Koff Capsule

Dry cough

Benefits of EP-Koff Capsule

Dry cough
A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. It may cause a tickling sensation or itching in the throat and may be due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. EP-Koff Capsule suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. Along with taking EP-Koff Capsule, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.

Side effects of EP-Koff Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of EP-Koff

Nausea
Diarrhea
Indigestion
Stomach pain
Vomiting
Upset stomach
Bloating
Dizziness
Headache
Sweating
Rash
Hives

How to use EP-Koff Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. EP-Koff Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How EP-Koff Capsule works

EP-Koff Capsule is a combination of three medicines:.

Quick tips

EP-Koff Capsule is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.
Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications, e.g., anti-depressants.
Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have cough for more than 7 days.
Inform your doctor if you have had a cough for a long time or if you have asthma or suffer from serious asthma attacks, or if your cough is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with EP-Koff Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

EP-Koff Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of EP-Koff Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

EP-Koff Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

EP-Koff Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of EP-Koff Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

UNSAFE

EP-Koff Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

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Patient concerns

One month ago i feel sudden fast heartbeat said your blood Pressure is high 150/83 so i tool metx 25mg for a month now my bp is 130/80 so I'm taking mrtx 12.5 i want to quit medicn wt cn i do

Dr. Nabajit Talukdar

Interventional Cardiology

You will need an ep study

I have heart beat problem, this problem start when my 2nd baby going to birth, this problem starts before delivery, in 7 month of baby birth, i start some iron capsules to control it, but still i am facing heart beat problem,i consult with so many doctors but problem not get solved. Heartbeat going so fast three to four time in a day upto 180-190. SomeDay's it never happened ,

Dr. Nabajit Talukdar

Interventional Cardiology

Need to undergo ep study

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Marketer details

Name: Elnova Pharma
Address: Vishnu Carpets Building, G.T. Road, Panipat-132103, Haryana (India)

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Country of origin: India

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