Lecof AG Syrup

Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 23 Aug 2024 | 05:39 PM (IST)

Lecof AG Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of cough with mucus. It thins mucus in the nose, windpipe and lungs making it easier to cough out. It also relieves allergic symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing and also relieves minor throat irritation.

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MRP ₹95

General Information

Contains

Ambroxol (15mg)+ Guaifenesin (50mg)+ Levocetirizine (2.5mg)+ Menthol (1mg)

Marketer

Recnal Biomed

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Lecof AG Syrup 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, vomiting, dryness in the mouth, stomach discomfort, headache, rash, and fatigue. 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 taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Lecof AG Syrup

Cough with mucus

Benefits of Lecof AG Syrup

Cough with mucus
Lecof AG Syrup gives relief from cough with mucus. It helps to loosen thick mucus, reduces its stickiness and thus makes it easier to cough out. This makes breathing easy and reduces the frequency of coughing. Lecof AG Syrup will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. Along with medications, drink enough luke warm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.

Side effects of Lecof AG Syrup

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 Lecof AG

Nausea
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Dryness in mouth
Stomach discomfort
Allergic reaction
Dizziness
Headache
Rash
Hives
Fatigue
Sleepiness

How to use Lecof AG Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Lecof AG Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Lecof AG Syrup works

Lecof AG Syrup is a combination of four medicines: Ambroxol, Guaifenesin, Levocetirizine and Menthol which relieve cough with mucus.

Quick tips

Lecof AG Syrup is prescribed to get relief from cough with mucus.
Drink warm water to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended. Use a proper measuring cup or spoon to measure the dosage.
If you are drowsy after taking Lecof AG Syrup, you should not drive or operate any machinery.
In general, most coughs do not last more than 2 weeks. If your cough does last longer than this then its better to see your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or asthma.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for e.g. anti-depressants.
Lecof AG Syrup should not be given to kids.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Lecof AG Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lecof AG Syrup 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 Lecof AG Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Lecof AG Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lecof AG Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Lecof AG Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

References

Patient concerns

Cogestion in chest with cough with mucus

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

Please consult Pediatrician (child Dr). Pediatrician will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. Dr. may ask you for lab test on blood urine stool etc. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause Dr. will prescribe you treatment.

Cough regularly with lots of mucus

Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari

Ayurveda

Take sitopaladi churan half spoon twice with honey, trikatu tablet 2 tablet twice

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Name: Recnal Biomed
Address: LG 68-69 BADI KUNDI, Sector 20, Panchkula, Punjab 134117

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Country of origin: India

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