Hydrocodone-Guaifenesin
General English name: Hydrocodone-Guaifenesin
Brand: Obredon
Application: cough and cold
Drug forms of hydrocodone-guaifenesin
Hydrocodone-guaifenesin drug information
The correct amount and method of taking hydrocodone-guaifenesin
Contraindications to the use of hydrocodone-guaifenesin
Use of hydrocodone-guaifenesin during pregnancy and lactation
The effect of taking Hydrocodone-Guaifenesin on driving
Hydrocodone-guaifenesin drug interaction
Warning about taking Hydrocodone-Guaifenesin
Side effects of hydrocodone-guaifenesin
Side effects of Hydrocodone-Guaifenesin overdose (Hydrocodone-Guaifenesin poisoning)
Storage conditions of Hydrocodone-Guaifenesin
Drug forms of hydrocodone-guaifenesin
Pills, syrup
Hydrocodone-guaifenesin drug information
Hydrocodone-guaifenesin is used to treat a cough caused by a cold. This product contains two drugs, guaifenesin and hydrocodone. Guaifenesin is an expectorant and mucus narrows the airways. Hydrocodone is a drug that suppresses frequent coughs, 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 hydrocodone-guaifenesin.
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 hydrocodone-guaifenesin
- 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 Hydrocodone-Guaifenesin varies from person to person; Use the medicine exactly as your doctor advised. You can take hydrocodone-guaifenesin once every 4-6 hours if needed. Use of more than 6 doses per day is not allowed.
- Use hydrocodone-guaifenesin syrup with a special spoon inside the medicine box to take the right dose of the medicine.
- Hydrocodone-guaifenesin can usually 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.
- Hydrocodone-Guaifenesin can be addictive, use this medicine only for the period prescribed for you.
Contraindications to the use of hydrocodone-guaifenesin
Note the expiration date of hydrocodone-guaifenesin and do not take it if your medicine has expired.
Never give Hydrocodone-Guaifenesin to another person, even if you have the same symptoms.
Check for drug interactions with hydrocodone-guaifenesin, and if you are taking 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).
Use of hydrocodone-guaifenesin during pregnancy and lactation
During pregnancy and lactation, you should not use the drug arbitrarily without consulting your doctor.
The effect of taking Hydrocodone-Guaifenesin on driving
Hydrocodone-guaifenesin can cause drowsiness and dizziness. Avoid driving or operating machinery.
Hydrocodone-guaifenesin drug interaction
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 medications (such as allergies or colds and cough medicines) as most of their ingredients cause drowsiness. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about taking these medicines.
Warning about taking Hydrocodone-Guaifenesin
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 hydrocodone-guaifenesin:
- 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 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 hydrocodone-guaifenesin
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 Hydrocodone-Guaifenesin.
Side effects of Hydrocodone-Guaifenesin overdose (Hydrocodone-Guaifenesin 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 a slow heartbeat, coma, shortness of breath, fainting and weakness (fainting), call the emergency room right away.
Storage conditions of Hydrocodone-Guaifenesin
Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
Store the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.