CofRAAY-S
Prescription Required
Product Overview
CofRAAY-S is a combination medicine used to treat cough. It thins the mucus in the nose and windpipe, making it easier to cough out. This medicine also relieves throat irritation and provides cooling sensation.
CofRAAY-S 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, stomach discomfort, headache, rash, tremor, and increased heart rate. 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.
Used For
Treatment of Cough
CofRAAY-S gives relief from cough by loosening thick mucus and making it easier to cough it out. It also makes it easier for air to move in and out of your airways. This reduces the frequency of coughing and makes you feel better. CofRAAY-S also soothes your throat and gives relief from irritation. Along with medications, drink enough luke warm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.
- Treatment of Cough
How to use
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. CofRAAY-S may be taken with or without food[SG1.1] but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of CofRAAY-S, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
How it works
CofRAAY-S is a combination of four medicines: Ambroxol, Guaifenesin, Menthol and Terbutaline.
Possible Side Effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Rash
- Tremors
- Increased heart rate
- Upper abdominal pain
- Urticaria
- Itching
- Sweating
- Changes in serum aminotransferase levels
- Bloating
- Indigestion
Safety Advice
AlcoholCONSULTIt is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with CofRAAY-S. Please consult your doctor.
PregnancyCONSULTThe safety of CofRAAY-S during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
BreastfeedingCONSULTInformation regarding the use of CofRAAY-S during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
DrivingCONSULTIt is not known whether CofRAAY-S alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
KidneySAFECofRAAY-S is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.
LiverSAFECofRAAY-S is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed. Please consult your doctor.
- CofRAAY-S relieves cough associated with bronchitis, bronchial asthma, emphysema and other broncho-pulmonary disorders.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- If you are diabetic, monitor your blood glucose regularly while taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of thyroid or heart disease.
- Stop taking CofRAAY-S and inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache.r doctor if your cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache.
