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Instacodin is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Allergic Rhinitis, Cough are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Instacodin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Instacodin 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Instacodin include Nausea or vomiting, Abdominal Pain, Drowsiness. Normally, these side effects of Instacodin 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.
It is also important to note that Instacodin has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Instacodin related warnings talks about Instacodin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Instacodin contraindications section.
Additionally, Instacodin may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Instacodin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Instacodin 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Instacodin safe for pregnant women?
Instacodin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Instacodin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Instacodin safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Instacodin. If you see any side effects, stop taking Instacodin immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Instacodin again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Instacodin on the Kidneys?
Instacodin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Instacodin on the Liver?
Instacodin has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Instacodin on the Heart?
Instacodin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Instacodin 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 Instacodin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Instacodin habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Instacodin cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Instacodin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Instacodin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Instacodin in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Instacodin
You can take Instacodin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Instacodin
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Instacodin as it can have severe side effects.
Instacodin is a brand name of codeine and it is available in the form of a capsule, tablets, and suspension. It belongs to the class of drugs known as an opiate (narcotic). Instacodin is a prescription drug that is used with other combination medications, to reduce cough and severe pain.
Take Instacodin in every 4-6 hours after a meal or as advised/prescribed by your doctor.
Instacodin works by blocking the receptors which induce pain throughout the body. When Instacodin is used to reduce coughing, it works by reducing the activity in the part of the brain that causes coughing.
Yes, you can use Instacodin in combination with acetaminophen to treat the cough and cold, but you should always take this medicine after consulting your doctor.
Yes, Instacodin can use to treat diarrhea in adults, but you should always consult your doctor before taking this medicine to treat diarrhea.
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