HardyCough Soft Capsule

Adult dose

Ages 15 years and older: 2 capsules three times a day, taken 30 minutes after meals

Child dose

Ages 8 to under 15 years: 1 capsule three times a day, taken 30 minutes after meals

This medication may put strain on the liver, so individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic drinks a day should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it. The acetaminophen component in this medicine can rarely cause serious skin reactions; therefore, if you experience rashes or unusual symptoms on the skin after taking this medication, you should stop taking it immediately and consult a professional. The maximum daily dosage of acetaminophen is 4,000 mg, and to prevent liver damage, it should not be taken with other medications that contain acetaminophen, including this one. Those who have had allergic reactions to this medication, a history of asthma, infants under 3 months old, and those taking certain antidepressants or psychiatric medications should not take this medication. It is also safe not to take cough, expectorant medications, other cold medications, antipyretics, sedatives, or antihistamines while taking this medication. Children suspected of having chickenpox or influenza, individuals with allergic conditions, liver, kidney, or heart diseases, elderly patients, those with gastrointestinal diseases, and pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a professional before taking this medication. If symptoms such as rashes, itching, nausea, or dizziness appear after taking this medication, stop taking it immediately and consult a doctor. Severe allergic reactions, difficulty breathing, or jaundice symptoms require urgent treatment. This medication is not to be used in children under 2 years of age, and if necessary, a doctor's consultation must be obtained. This medication must be taken according to the prescribed dosage and administration guidelines, and long-term use should be avoided. When administered to children, it must be supervised by a guardian. Avoid alcohol while taking this medication, and consult a professional, as combining with certain drugs may cause side effects. Finally, store this medication out of the reach of children, in a cool place away from direct sunlight and moisture, and do not transfer it to another container to maintain product quality.

Serious side effects

• Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor → severe allergic reaction
• Severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, mucosal pain in mouth/eyes → severe skin adverse reaction
• Asthma, breathing issues with cough and fever → respiratory problems
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy → liver issues (jaundice)

Mild side effects

Rash, redness (erythema), itching, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, swelling, dizziness, anxiety, tremors, insomnia, high anion gap metabolic acidosis (HAGMA)

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with other products that contain acetaminophen, MAO inhibitors (such as antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, Parkinson's medications, etc.), cough expectorants, other cold medications, antipyretics, sedatives, or antihistamines. Consult a doctor or pharmacist if taking with barbiturates or tricyclic antidepressants.

Food interactions

Do not consume alcohol while taking this medication.

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, preferably at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevent degradation.

Appearance

A pink, transparent rectangular soft capsule containing a pale yellow to pink liquid.

Package unit

For domestic use - 10 capsules/box [10 capsules/PTP*1]