Carion: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Carion Information

Carion is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergic Rhinitis, Cough. Secondary and off-label uses of Carion have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Carion depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.

The most common side effects of Carion are Nausea or vomiting, Abdominal Pain, Drowsiness. Normally, these side effects of Carion are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Carion is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Carion has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Carion related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Carion have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Carion may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Carion is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Carion Benefits & Uses
Carion Dosage & How to Take
Carion Side Effects
Carion Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Carion with Other Drugs
Carion Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Carion
Carion Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Carion Benefits & Uses

Carion is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)
Cough

Other Benefits

Carion Dosage & How to Take

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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 4 mg chlorpheniramine and 20 mg codeine in 5 ml
Geriatric	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 4 mg chlorpheniramine and 20 mg codeine in 5 ml

Carion Related Warnings

Is the use of Carion safe for pregnant women?

Carion can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Carion, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Carion safe during breastfeeding?

Carion may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Carion, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Carion.

Moderate
What is the effect of Carion on the Kidneys?

Carion has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Carion on the Liver?

Carion is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Carion on the Heart?

Carion is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Carion with Other Drugs

Carion should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Carion Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Carion unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Drug Abuse

Frequently asked Questions about Carion

Is this Carion habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Carion cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Carion, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Carion can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Carion should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Carion for mental disorders.

No

Carion Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Carion

You can take Carion with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Carion

Taking alcohol with Carion can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Carion

Question about 5 years ago

How does Carion work?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Carion works by blocking the receptors which induce pain throughout the body. When Carion is used to reduce coughing, it works by reducing the activity in the part of the brain that causes coughing.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Carion with aspirin?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Yes, you can use Carion in combination with aspirin to treat the cough and cold, but you should always take this medicine after consulting your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Carion?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Take Carion in every 4-6 hours after a meal or as advised/prescribed by your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Carion without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, Carion 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.