- What is there in toff™
MD tablets?
toff™ MD is an antihistamine cough
suppressant with decongestant properties.
Each uncoated flavored dispersible tablet contains:
-
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide IP... 10 mg
-
Phenylephrine Hydrochloride IP........... 5 mg
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Chlorpheniramine Maleate IP............... 2 mg
Store at a
temperature below 30 degree Celsius, protect from
light and moisture.
toff™ MD tablets are supplied in
a blister pack of 10 tablets.
- How is it
beneficial?
Cough is a common distressing symptom in a variety of
conditions including common cold and allergies.
Dextromethorphan is a centrally acting cough
suppressant which relieves the dry, irritating cough
by inhibiting the cough center in brain.
Congestion in nose & sinuses is due to swelling
(dilatation) of blood vessels in the mucus lining.
Phenylephrine is a decongestant which constricts the
blood vessels of mucus lining of nose & sinuses and
decreases the secretions thus relieving congestion.
The symptoms of allergies and common cold such as
itching, sneezing and watery eyes are mediated through
histamine. Chlorpheniramine blocks the action of
histamine and thus relieves these symptoms. Besides,
it also has a mild drying effect (anticholinergic
effect) on mucus membranes which relieves running nose
and decreases the secretions.
- When to use toff™ MD
tablets?
toff™ MD is meant for effective relief
from cough, nasal stuffiness, sinus congestion,
sneezing, itchy nose, itchy throat and watery eyes due
to common cold, allergies, throat irritation,
bronchitis, flu and allergic rhinitis.
- Check before use?
toff™ MD is not recommended for use in
children below 2 years of age, during pregnancy and
breast feeding, if hypersensitive to any of the
ingredients and in patients receiving MAO inhibitors
(used for treating depression).
Activities requiring mental alertness such as driving
or working on machinery should best be avoided.
- How to use toff™ MD
tablets?
- Adults & Children above 12 years: 1-2 tablets, 6
hourly or as per medical advice.
- Children aged 6 to 12
years:1 tablet, 6 hourly or as per medical advice.
- Children aged 2 to 6 years: Consult your physician.
- Children aged less than 2 years: Not recommended.
Place the tablet on the tongue, it disperses in few
seconds. No water is required while taking the tablet.
Do not exceed the recommended doses. Keep out of reach
of children.
Stop use and consult your physician if the
cough persists after 4 to 5 days, tends to recur or is
accompanied by high fever, rash or persistent
headache.
- What to do if you
miss a dose of toff™ MD?
On missing the dose, take it as soon as you remember;
but if it is near the time for the next dose then skip
it and resume your usual dosing schedule. Never try to
double the dose to compensate for the one not taken.
Check with your Doctor if :
- you are
taking alcohol and other CNS depressants (sedatives,
hypnotics, tranquillizers, anti-anxiety agents).
- you are
taking drugs for depression (MAO inhibitors,
fluoxetine, paroxetine etc).
- you are
a patient of bronchial asthma, emphysema, narrow
angle glaucoma, high blood pressure, coronary heart
disease, thyroid problems, diabetes, liver disease
and kidney disease or bladder neck obstruction.
- Is it suitable for
you?
toff™ MD is usually well tolerated and
the side effects are mild. The most common side
effects include nervousness, drowsiness, dizziness,
dry mouth, nose & throat, palpitation, stomach upset
and headache.
In case of overdosage, consult your doctor or local
poisoning center immediately.
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