Himalaya Diakof

Himalaya Diakof is a herbal Ayurvedic cough syrup from Himalaya Wellness, formulated with traditional plant ingredients including Adhatoda Vasica (Vasaka), Glycyrrhiza glabra (liquorice), Terminalia chebula (Haritaki) and Ocimum sanctum (Tulsi/Holy Basil). It is presented as an oral liquid supplied in a bottle with a measuring cup or cap.

Diakof is classified as an Over-the-Counter (OTC) herbal product in Malaysia and can be purchased at pharmacies without a doctor’s prescription. It is formulated without added sugar in some pack variants, so customers should check the specific label of the pack they purchase for the exact formulation details.

The product is manufactured in India by Himalaya Wellness and distributed through licensed pharmacy channels in Malaysia and other Asian markets. Bottle sizes may vary by market; customers should check the pack information and expiry date printed on the carton and bottle before use.

• Shake the bottle well before each use.
• Measure the dose using the cup or spoon provided, or as directed on the product packaging, and take orally.
• Use a clean, dry measuring cup or spoon each time to avoid contaminating the remaining syrup.
• Not intended for children below the age stated on the packaging without pharmacist or doctor advice.

Adults and children of the age stated on the packaging: take the amount specified on the product label, generally a few times a day, using the measuring cup/spoon provided.

Do not exceed the maximum daily amount printed on the packaging.

If a dose is missed, take the next dose at its usual scheduled time; do not double the amount to make up for a missed dose.

Use before the expiry date printed on the bottle and outer carton. Do not use after this date, and discard any unused syrup remaining after the stated in-use period once opened, if specified on the pack.

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.

Keep the bottle cap tightly closed after each use, and keep out of reach of children.

• Common: Mild nausea or stomach discomfort, particularly if taken on an empty stomach.
• Common: Mild throat irritation in some users.
• Serious: Allergic reaction (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty) — stop use and seek medical attention immediately if this occurs; this is rare.

• Known hypersensitivity or allergy to Adhatoda vasica, liquorice, Terminalia chebula, Ocimum sanctum, or any other listed ingredient.
• Not recommended for infants without pharmacist or doctor guidance.
• Individuals with high blood pressure should use liquorice-containing products only with pharmacist or doctor guidance (see interactions below).

• The liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) component may interact with blood pressure medicines and diuretics; prolonged or excessive use of liquorice-containing products has been associated with increased blood pressure and lowered blood potassium in some individuals — check with a pharmacist if you take these medicines regularly.
• Individuals on digoxin or other heart medicines should check with a doctor or pharmacist before regular use, as liquorice-related potassium changes can affect these medicines.
• No specific food interactions are established for this syrup.

• Shake the bottle well before each use to ensure an even mixture.
• Always use the measuring cup or spoon provided rather than an ordinary household spoon, for dosing accuracy.
• Keep the bottle cap tightly closed between uses.
• Do not share your bottle or measuring cup with other household members for hygiene reasons.
• Check the expiry date and any in-use period on the label before each use.
• Keep the bottle upright and away from bathroom humidity where possible.

Precautions: Pregnant or breastfeeding women, individuals with high blood pressure, and those on regular heart or blood-pressure medication should check with a doctor or pharmacist before regular use, given the liquorice content.

When to See a Doctor or Pharmacist: Seek advice if cough persists for more than a week, is accompanied by fever, breathlessness or blood-streaked phlegm, or if symptoms do not improve with use.