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Cope 10 MG Syrup

Manufactured byMankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsCetirizine
Description
Cope 10 MG Syrup is an anti-allergic medicine. It is used in children and adults to treat common allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, cough, sore throat, itchy/watery eyes, and skin rash. It works by blocking the action of a chemical substance responsible for allergic symptoms. Cope 10 MG Syrup may cause some common side effects such as sleepiness, diarrhoea, nausea, dry mouth, dizziness, headache, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms stay for a long time or if they become bothersome. Take Cope 10 MG Syrup as advised by your doctor. Make sure to takes this medicine for the prescribed duration. In case of a missed dose, take this medicine as soon as you remember, provided it is not time for the next dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one. In case of an overdose, consult your doctor immediately. Avoid Cope 10 MG Syrup if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines, or have liver or kidney diseases. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Cope 10 MG Syrup

Cetral 10 MG Syrup
Alembic Ltd.
Zyncet 10 MG Syrup
Unichem Laboratories Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Cope 10 MG Syrup

  • Sleepiness
  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Dry mouth
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Abdominal pain
  • Change or loss of taste
  • Blurred vision
  • Tiredness

Uses of Cope 10 MG Syrup

What is it prescribed for?

  • Allergic Rhinitis
  • Chronic Urticaria
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Cope 10 MG Syrup shows its effect within 60 minutes of oral administration.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Cope 10 MG Syrup lasts for 24 hours after oral administration.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported with Cope 10 MG Syrup.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Due to the lack of sufficient safety data in pregnant women, the risk to the developing foetus is not known. If you are pregnant, use Cope 10 MG Syrup only if prescribed by your doctor.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Cope 10 MG Syrup passes into breastmilk. A high dose or prolonged use of this medicine may cause drowsiness and other effects in your baby. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor.

Allergy

Avoid taking Cope 10 MG Syrup if you are previously allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any worsening of the allergic symptoms such as skin rash, redness and/or itching, sneezing, breathing difficulties, etc after taking this medicine.

Severe kidney impairment

Cope 10 MG Syrup is not recommended if you have severe kidney impairment with a creatinine clearance of less than 10 ml/min.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Due to the lack of sufficient safety data in pregnant women, the risk to the developing foetus is not known. If you are pregnant, use Cope 10 MG Syrup only if prescribed by your doctor.

Breast-feeding

Cope 10 MG Syrup passes into breastmilk. A high dose or prolonged use of this medicine may cause drowsiness and other effects in your baby. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor.
General warnings

Other Medicines

Cope 10 MG Syrup may increase the risk of sleepiness and impaired thinking when taken with medicines that have a sedative (sleep-inducing) effect. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines including any herbs or supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Use in Children

Cope 10 MG Syrup is not recommended for use in children below 2 years of age due to a lack of safety and efficacy data.

Elderly

Use Cope 10 MG Syrup with caution in the elderly population due to the increased risk of side effects. Your doctor may suggest close monitoring along with appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative based on the clinical condition.

Driving or operating a machine

Cope 10 MG Syrup may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Avoid performing any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating a machine if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Cope 10 MG Syrup. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.

Overdose

Do not take excess dose than prescribed by your doctor. Reach the nearest emergency medical department immediately or contact your doctor in case of an overdose with Cope 10 MG Syrup.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Tramadol

Codeine

Isocarboxazid

Pregabalin

Loperamide

Lorazepam

Metoclopramide

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

Cope 10 MG Syrup should be used with caution if you have liver disease due to the increased risk of side effects. Hence, inform your doctor before starting therapy with this medication. Your doctor may suggest appropriate dose adjustments or replacements with a suitable alternative if necessary.

Kidney Disease

Cope 10 MG Syrup should be used with caution if you have kidney disease due to the increased risk of side effects. Hence, inform your doctor before starting therapy with this medication. Your doctor may suggest appropriate dose adjustments or replacements with a suitable alternative if necessary.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Cope 10 MG Syrup with or without food. Shake the bottle well before measuring the dose. The quantity of Cope 10 MG Syrup consumed should not be lesser or greater than the prescribed dose. Follow all the usage instructions/directions as mentioned by your doctor. Avoid the discontinuation of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Avoid driving or operating a machine as it may reduce your alertness.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Causes sleepiness

How it works
Cope 10 MG Syrup works by blocking the action of histamine, a chemical substance in the body responsible for allergy. Thus, it provides relief from allergic symptoms.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Antihistamines

Schedule

Schedule H

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