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

Codectuss Information

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

Codectuss Benefits & Uses

Codectuss is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Codectuss 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

Codectuss Related Warnings

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.

Moderate
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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Codectuss on the Kidneys?

Codectuss rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Codectuss on the Liver?

Codectuss has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Codectuss on the Heart?

Side effects of Codectuss rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Codectuss with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Codectuss Contraindications

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

Depression
Drug Abuse

Frequently asked Questions about Codectuss

Is this Codectuss habit forming or addictive?

You may get addicted to Codectuss. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.

Yes
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.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Codectuss only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Codectuss is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Codectuss Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Codectuss

Taking Codectuss with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Codectuss

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Codectuss as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Codectuss

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Codectuss with aspirin?

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

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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I feel dizzy after taking Codectuss ?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Codectuss work?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Codectuss without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

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.