Expectorant – Codeine

Expectorant – Codeine

General Persian name: expectorant - codeine

General English name: Expectorant-Codeine

Brand: Cheracol, Ninjacof-XG, Robitussin A-C

Application: Cough - Cold - Lung problems such as asthma and bronchitis

Forms of expectorant – codeine

Expectorant Drug Information – Codeine

The correct amount and method of taking expectorant-codeine

Contraindications to the use of expectorant-codeine

Expectorant-codeine use during pregnancy and lactation

The effect of Expectorant-Codeine consumption on driving

Drug Interaction Expectorant – Codeine

Expectorant-Codeine Warning

Side effects of expectorant – codeine

Complications of Expectorant-Codeine Overdose (Expectorant-Codeine Poisoning)

Storage conditions of Expectorant-Codeine

Forms of expectorant - codeine

Pills, syrup

Expectorant Drug Information - Codeine

Expectorant-codeine is used to treat a cough caused by a cold. This product contains two expectorant and codeine drugs. Expectorant is a laxative and mucus narrows the airways. Codeine is a drug that suppresses recurrent coughing, which affects a specific part of the brain and reduces the number of coughs.

This product is not used for persistent coughs caused by smoking or long-term respiratory problems (such as chronic bronchitis, emphysema, asthma) unless prescribed by your doctor.

Cough suppressants should not be used in children under 18 years of age. Children are at serious (even fatal) risk of side effects from these drugs. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of taking expectorant-codeine.

Cough and cold medicines do not cure the common cold, and coughs caused by the common cold often do not need to be treated with medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about other treatments for coughs and cold symptoms, such as drinking plenty of fluids, using sprays or salt drops.

The correct amount and method of taking expectorant-codeine

• Read the package leaflet carefully before starting treatment with this medicine. This brochure will help you to get information about the drug and its possible side effects.
• The dose and amount of Expectorant-Codeine varies from person to person; Use the medicine exactly as your doctor advised. Expectorant - Codeine can be taken once every 4-6 hours if needed.
• Expectorant syrup - Use codeine with a special spoon inside the medicine box to take the right dose of medicine.
• Normally, expectorant-codeine can be taken with or without food as directed by your doctor.
• It is best to drink plenty of water after taking this medicine to relieve airway obstruction.
• Tell your doctor if your cough does not go away after 5 days of taking this medicine.
• Expectorant-Codeine can be addictive, use this medicine only for as long as it is prescribed for you.

Contraindications to the use of expectorant-codeine

• Pay attention to the expiration date of Expectorant-Codeine and do not take the medicine if it has expired.
• Never give Expectorant-Codeine to another person, even if you have the same symptoms.
• Check for expectorant-codeine drug interactions, and if you are using a drug that interacts with this drug, talk to your doctor about using your medications.
• This product is not recommended for use in children under 18 due to the increased risk of serious side effects (such as slow and shallow breathing).

Expectorant-codeine use during pregnancy and lactation

During pregnancy and lactation, you should not use the drug arbitrarily without consulting your doctor

The effect of Expectorant-Codeine consumption on driving

Expectorant-codeine causes drowsiness and dizziness, avoid driving and working with machines.

Drug Interaction Expectorant - Codeine

Drug interactions may alter drug performance and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter and herbal medicines) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.

Some medications that may interact with this medication include naltrexone, painkillers or other opioids, cough medicines, and other cold medicines.

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking medicines that cause dizziness or drowsiness, including: alcohol, antihistamines (such as cetirizine, diphenhydramine), sleeping pills or anxiety medications (such as alprazolam). ), Diazepam, zolpidem, muscle relaxants, anesthetics, anticonvulsants, and analgesics and analgesics (such as codeine and oxycodone).

Check the labels on all your medicines (such as allergies or colds and cough medicines) because most of their ingredients cause drowsiness. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about taking these medicines.

Expectorant-Codeine Warning

Some medications may not be prescribed under certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed; Therefore, it is best for your doctor to be aware of the following before taking expectorant-codeine:

• If you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
• If you have any kidney or liver disease.
• If you have a problem with your prostate or urination.
• If you are obese.
• If you have an adrenal gland problem such as Addison's disease.
• If your cough is bloody or mucous.
• If you have gastrointestinal obstruction or constipation and diarrhea.
• If you have any respiratory problems such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
• If you have gallstones.
• If you have a history of seizures or brain problems such as a tumor or head injury.
• If you have a mental health problem such as depression.
• If you are addicted to drugs and alcohol.
• If you are taking certain medications. These medicines include all the medicines available, whether you are prescribed them or taking them without a doctor's prescription, such as herbal medicines and complementary medicines.
• If you have a history of an allergic reaction to another medicine.

Side effects of expectorant - codeine

All medications can cause side effects. But many consumers also do not experience any side effects. Some of the side effects go away shortly after taking this medicine. In case of persistent side effects, the doctor should be informed:

• Dizziness, drowsiness
• Constipation
• Vertigo
• Stomach ache
• Nausea and vomiting

Consult your doctor if you have any other symptoms that you feel may be due to the use of Expectorant-Codeine.

Complications of Expectorant-Codeine Overdose (Expectorant-Codeine Poisoning)

• Do not take more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.

• If you feel that someone has been poisoned and you have symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, slow breathing, chills, coma, shortness of breath, fainting and weakness (fainting), call the emergency room right away.

Storage conditions of Expectorant-Codeine

• Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
• Store the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.