Medication info
Kopfong

Kopfong

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Dihydrocodeine Tartrate›5mg / 1 tabletGuaifenesin›50mg / 1 tabletDL-Methylephedrine Hydrochloride›17.5mg / 1 tabletChlorpheniramine Maleate›1.5mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)유한양행
Appearance
Pale yellow round tablet
Packaging
1000 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 199604977 · Approved 1996.03.15 · Insurance code 642102300

Summary

Main use
Relief of cough and phlegm
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
For adults and adolescents 15 years and older, take 2 tablets per dose, 3 times a day after meals.
Child dose
For children aged 12 to under 15 years, take 1 tablet per dose, 3 times a day after meals.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)유한양행

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cough and phlegm

  • Cough
  • phlegm
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Cough and phlegm are mainly associated with respiratory diseases. These symptoms may arise due to respiratory inflammation or infections, and appropriate medications are used to alleviate them. It relieves cough and phlegm symptoms to facilitate breathing and reduce discomfort. Therefore, this medicine is used for cough and phlegm.

How to take

Adult dose

For adults and adolescents 15 years and older, take 2 tablets per dose, 3 times a day after meals.

Child dose

For children aged 12 to under 15 years, take 1 tablet per dose, 3 times a day after meals.

Precautions

This medicine should not be used in patients under 18 years of age, obese patients, or patients with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome and severe lung diseases due to a high risk of severe respiratory depression. Do not administer if you have allergies to this drug or its components, or if you are taking or have recently (within the last 2 weeks) stopped taking certain antidepressants, antipsychotics, or MAO inhibitors. Additionally, children under 12 years of age, nursing women, patients with glaucoma, and patients with lower urinary tract obstructive diseases such as benign prostatic hyperplasia should not use this medicine. Those with allergic tendencies or those who have previously experienced rash, itching, fever, or other symptoms due to medications should use this medicine with caution. Patients with poor liver or kidney function, those with thyroid disease, diabetes, the frail, or those with high fever should exercise caution as well. Patients with cardiovascular diseases, hypertension, the elderly, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, and those with elevated intraocular pressure or urination disorders should also use this medicine carefully. Patients with persistent cough or chronic respiratory diseases should consult a doctor before using this medicine. This drug may cause severe allergic reactions, shock, gastrointestinal disorders, neurological abnormalities, and urinary tract problems, so notify healthcare professionals immediately if symptoms occur. Drowsiness may occur while taking this medicine, so it is safer to avoid driving or operating machinery. It is dangerous to overdose or use it for a prolonged period, so always adhere to prescribed dosages and regimens. Combining with other cold medications, sedatives, or antihistamines may worsen side effects, so do not take them together. Caution is needed as combining with alcohol or central nervous system depressants may intensify drowsiness. Pregnant or nursing women should consult a doctor before using this medicine as it may affect the fetus or baby. Extra caution is required for children, and it is generally safe to avoid using it in children under 12 years of age. The elderly may have diminished physical function, so they should take this medication cautiously under medical supervision. This medication may affect the results of certain clinical tests, so it's important to inform the testing staff before any tests. In cases of overdose, severe intoxication symptoms may appear, and immediate emergency care is required. This medicine should be kept out of reach of children and stored in a cool place away from direct sunlight and moisture.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Cyanosis, shortness of breath, discomfort in the chest, low blood pressure, hives, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in the mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities with cough + fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, convulsions

Mild side effects

  • Rash
  • redness
  • itching
  • photosensitivity reactions
  • exfoliative dermatitis
  • single contraction
  • muscle weakness
  • ataxia
  • nausea
  • vomiting
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  • constipation
  • loss of appetite
  • thirst
  • heartburn
  • indigestion
  • abdominal pain
  • diarrhea
  • discomfort in the stomach
  • dizziness
  • anxiety
  • tremors
  • insomnia
  • drowsiness
  • sedation
  • neuroasthenia
  • headache
  • restlessness
  • double vision
  • tinnitus
  • balance disorder
  • euphoria
  • emotional instability
  • hysteria
  • tremors
  • neuritis
  • ataxia
  • sensory disturbances
  • blurred vision
  • decreased concentration

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medicine may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. It is also preferable to store it at room temperature, avoiding extremely hot or cold places.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pale yellow round tablet

Package unit

1000 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

Even with the same ingredient, the dose and directions can differ by strength and dosage form. Talk to a doctor or pharmacist before switching from a medication you are already taking.

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