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National Drug Formulary

DECOFAM COUGH SYRUP [SIN02936P]

Active ingredients: DECOFAM COUGH SYRUP

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Last updated 24 April 2026

Product Info

DECOFAM COUGH SYRUP

[SIN02936P]

Product information

Active Ingredient and Strength

AMMONIUM CHLORIDE - 80 MG/5 ML
EPHEDRINE HCL - 4 MG/5 ML
GUAIPHENESIN - 50 MG/5 ML

Dosage Form

SYRUP

Manufacturer and Country

PT ACTAVIS INDONESIA - INDONESIA REP OF

Registration Number

SIN02936P

Licence Holder

TEVA PHARMACEUTICAL INVESTMENTS SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.

Forensic Classification

GENERAL SALE LIST

Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical (ATC) code

R05CA10

Prescription-only Medicines with Exemptions for Supply without Prescription

NA

Indication

INDICATIONS:
This preparation is indicated for cough. Guaiphenesin and Ammonium Chloride to ease coughing out the phlegm. Ephedrine to improve nasal congestion.

Dosing

RECOMMENDED DOSAGE:
Orally administered.

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Adults :

2 teaspoonfuls 3 to 4 times a day.

Children :

7 – 12 years : 1 teaspoonful 3 to 4 times a day.


2 – 6 years : ½ teaspoonful 3 to 4 times a day.

Contraindications

CONTRA-INDICATIONS:
In patients with MAO inhibitor therapy.