Himalaya Koflet

Himalaya Koflet is a herbal Ayurvedic lozenge from Himalaya Wellness, formulated with traditional plant ingredients including Adhatoda Vasica (Vasaka), Glycyrrhiza glabra (liquorice/mulethi) and Piper longum (pippali/long pepper). It is presented as a small, orally dissolving lozenge intended to be sucked slowly, similar in form to other herbal throat lozenges sold in Malaysian pharmacies.

Koflet 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 supplied in blister strips or tins depending on the pack variant, and the lozenges typically contain a sugar or glucose base along with the herbal extracts.

The product is manufactured in India by Himalaya Wellness and distributed through licensed pharmacy channels in Malaysia and other Asian markets. Customers should check the specific pack size and expiry date on the carton before purchase, as these can vary between batches and retailers.

• Allow one lozenge to dissolve slowly in the mouth; do not chew or swallow it whole.
• Use as directed on the product packaging, spacing lozenges evenly through the day rather than taking several at once.
• Not intended for children below the age stated on the packaging without pharmacist or doctor advice, owing to choking risk with lozenges in young children.

Adults and children of the age stated on the packaging: dissolve one lozenge in the mouth at a time, up to the maximum number of lozenges per day stated on the pack.

Do not exceed the maximum daily number of lozenges printed on the packaging.

If a dose is missed, simply resume the usual spacing at the next opportunity; do not take an extra lozenge to make up for a missed one.

• Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and humidity.
• Keep the blister strip or tin closed when not in use, and keep out of reach of children.

• Common: Mild throat or mouth irritation in some users, particularly if more than the recommended number of lozenges is taken.
• Common: Nausea or mild stomach discomfort, especially if taken on an empty stomach in larger amounts.
• 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, piper longum or any other listed ingredient.
• Diabetic patients should check the sugar content of the lozenge base with a pharmacist before use.
• Not recommended for infants or very young children due to choking risk with lozenges.
• 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; take with water if a dry mouth or throat sensation occurs.

• Let the lozenge dissolve slowly rather than chewing it, so it lasts longer in the mouth and throat.
• Keep the strip/tin sealed between uses to keep the lozenges fresh.
• Avoid taking more than the maximum number of lozenges stated on the pack in a single day.
• Diabetic users should check the sugar content of the lozenge with a pharmacist.
• Keep out of reach of young children due to choking risk.
• Check the expiry date before each use.

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. Diabetic patients should check the sugar content of the lozenge base.

When to See a Doctor or Pharmacist: Seek advice if throat discomfort does not improve after a few days, if swallowing becomes difficult, or if you notice any signs of an allergic reaction.