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Phensedyl Cough, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Linctus. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergic Rhinitis, Cough. Secondary and off-label uses of Phensedyl Cough have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Phensedyl Cough. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Phensedyl Cough are Nausea or vomiting, Abdominal Pain, Drowsiness. Usually, these side effects of Phensedyl Cough go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Phensedyl Cough's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Phensedyl Cough has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Phensedyl Cough related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Phensedyl Cough contraindications section.
Besides this, Phensedyl Cough may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Phensedyl Cough is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Phensedyl Cough is used -
Common
Is the use of Phensedyl Cough safe for pregnant women?
Phensedyl Cough may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Phensedyl Cough again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Phensedyl Cough safe during breastfeeding?
Phensedyl Cough can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Phensedyl Cough on the Kidneys?
Phensedyl Cough rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Phensedyl Cough on the Liver?
Phensedyl Cough is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Phensedyl Cough on the Heart?
Phensedyl Cough has very mild side effects on the heart.
Phensedyl Cough should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Phensedyl Cough unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Phensedyl Cough habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Phensedyl Cough cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Phensedyl Cough can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Phensedyl Cough only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Phensedyl Cough for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Phensedyl Cough
You can take Phensedyl Cough with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Phensedyl Cough
Taking Phensedyl Cough with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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