Codectuss TR Syrup
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Codeine (10mg/5ml) + Triprolidine (1.25mg/5ml) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Habit Forming | Yes |
Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
User Rating | 4.3 |
User Reviews | 427 |
FAQ
What if you forget to take Codectuss TR?
If you miss a dose of Codectuss TR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Codectuss TR Syrup Reviews
Codectuss TR is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It relieves allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness.
Codectuss TR is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, constipation, lightheadedness, shortness of breath, and sweating. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. Keep it out of reach of children. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Codectuss TR is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, constipation, lightheadedness, shortness of breath, and sweating. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. Keep it out of reach of children. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
How Codectuss TR Syrup Works
Codectuss TR is a combination of two medicines: Codeine and Triprolidine, which relieves dry cough.
How to Use Codectuss TR Syrup
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Codectuss TR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits of Codectuss TR Syrup
- In Dry cough: A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. It may cause a tickling sensation or itching in the throat and may be due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. Codectuss TR suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. Apart from this, it also reduces symptoms of allergy like watery eyes, sneezing and runny nose. Along with taking Codectuss TR, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.
Uses of Codectuss TR Syrup
- Dry cough
Codectuss TR Syrup Side Effects
Safety Tips
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Codectuss TR may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Kidney
CAUTION
Codectuss TR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Codectuss TR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Codectuss TR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Codectuss TR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Codectuss TR is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.Larger doses or prolonged use of Codectuss TR may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Codectuss TR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Codectuss TR may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.As Codectuss TR may cause dizziness, blurred vision or the inability to think clearly.
Quick Tips
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers.
- Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have a cough for more than 7 days.
- Codectuss TR is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.
- Inform your doctor if you have had a cough for a long time or if you have asthma or suffer from serious asthma attacks, or if your cough is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache.
- Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
References
- Triplodlidine. Auckland, New Zealand: Medsafe; 2010.
- FDA Approved Prescribtion Information. Codeine; 1950 [revised Jul. 2007].
- ScienceDirect. Codeine.
- Drugs.com. Triprolidine.