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Codectuss is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergic Rhinitis, Cough. Secondary and off-label uses of Codectuss have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Codectuss. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Codectuss include Nausea or vomiting, Abdominal Pain, Drowsiness. These side effects of Codectuss are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Codectuss's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Codectuss's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Codectuss contraindications section.
Besides this, Codectuss may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Codectuss, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Codectuss is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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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Is the use of Codectuss safe for pregnant women?
Codectuss may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Codectuss, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Codectuss safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Codectuss. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Codectuss on the Kidneys?
Codectuss rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Codectuss on the Liver?
Codectuss has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Codectuss on the Heart?
Side effects of Codectuss rarely affect the heart.
Codectuss 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 Codectuss unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Codectuss habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Codectuss. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Codectuss. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Codectuss only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Codectuss is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Codectuss
Taking Codectuss with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Codectuss
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Codectuss as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, you can use Codectuss in combination with aspirin to treat the cough and cold, but you should always take this medicine after consulting your doctor.
Yes, Codectuss can cause dizziness. It has been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult about it with your doctor.
Codectuss works by blocking the receptors which induce pain throughout the body. When Codectuss is used to reduce coughing, it works by reducing the activity in the part of the brain that causes coughing.
No, Codectuss is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, you can use Codectuss in combination with paracetamol, but you should always take this combination only after consulting your doctor.
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