Cozymin Syrup


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Unimarck Pharma India Ltd
Active Ingredient Chlorpheniramine Maleate (1mg) + Menthol (1mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
User Rating4.9
User Reviews776

FAQ

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Can other medicines be given at the same time as Cozymin?
Cozymin can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Cozymin. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
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My child is having sleepless nights due to his underlying illness. Can I give Cozymin to make my child sleep?
No, Cozymin should not be given in such cases. The use of Cozymin may cause mild drowsiness as a side effect, but do not use this medicine to induce sleep. Forced sleep could mask any underlying sleep disorder like insomnia. It’s always best to consult your child’s doctor before giving this medicine to your child.
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Which is the best place to store the Cozymin at home?
Cozymin should be stored at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Also, keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.
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Can I give cough medicine to my child which is prescribed to me?
Never give your child the medicines that have been recommended for use by adults. Children should only be given the medicines specifically formulated for them, else it may cause unwanted side effects. Check the label of the medicine properly before use in your child. Give the medicine to your child in the prescribed dose. It is best to take your child to the doctor if the symptoms fail to improve even after treatment or are bothersome.
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What if I give a double dose of Cozymin by mistake?
Prolonged or excess intake of Cozymin can put your child at risk of developing serious side effects like seizures, rapid heart rate, depression, cognition problems, and an inability to concentrate. Therefore, stick to the prescribed dose routine and consult if not sure.
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My child is 1 year old. Is it safe to give Cozymin to my child who is suffering from a common cold?
Give Cozymin with caution to children less than 2 years of age as it may cause fatal respiratory depression wherein your child’s breathing may stop completely.
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When will my child’s condition improve after taking Cozymin?
Cozymin usually starts working within 30 to 60 minutes of intake and shows its peak effect within 3 to 4 hours. Your child may start to feel better after a few doses. In case the symptoms persist longer, consult your child’s doctor immediately.
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What if I forget to give Cozymin to my child?
Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it’s almost the time for the next dose. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule and do not give a double dose to catch up with the missed dose.
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Cozymin Syrup Reviews

Cozymin is commonly prescribed in children to treat symptoms associated with the common cold and other respiratory tract conditions. These symptoms may include a runny nose, cough, sneezing, watery eyes, sore throat, body ache, and fever.

Give Cozymin to your child by mouth with or without food. Always remember that the dosing schedule provided by your child’s doctor depends on the type of symptoms your child has, so make sure to follow the prescribed dose, time, and way strictly.

Give Cozymin at a fixed time each day so that it gradually makes a place in your child’s daily routine, which will help you to remember. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine give the same dose again. However, never repeat the dose if it's already time for the next dose. Your child may start to feel better within a week of regular dosing. However, you must continue giving the medicine to your child to finish the complete prescribed course as stopping it abruptly may worsen your child’s condition.

Some of the minor and temporary side effects that your child may experience while taking this medicine include dry mouth, blurring of vision, drowsiness, dizziness, and constipation.  Usually, these episodes subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. In case these side effects persist or become bothersome for your child, consult your child’s doctor without any delay.

Narrate your child’s complete medical history to your child’s doctor, including any ongoing medicine regime or history of any allergy, heart problem, blood disorder, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, skin disorder, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

How Cozymin Syrup Works

Cozymin is a mixture of two active medicines: Chlorpheniramine and Menthol which relieves common cold symptoms. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic that relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Menthol is an organic compound that loosens the mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out, and also relieves minor throat irritation.

How to Use Cozymin 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. Cozymin may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Cozymin Syrup

  • In Common cold: Cozymin is a combination medicine that effectively relieves symptoms of common cold, such as blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. It also shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours. These actions make breathing easier. Cozymin is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by your doctor, and do not stop using it unless you are advised otherwise.

Uses of Cozymin Syrup

  • Common cold

Cozymin Syrup Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Liver  CAUTION
Cozymin should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cozymin may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney  CAUTION
Cozymin should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cozymin may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

  • Stop Cozymin and immediately report to the doctor if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties.
  • Never combine Cozymin with other cold and flu medicines as that may lead to side effects.
  • Cozymin may make your child feel sleepy. Ensure your child takes extra care when taking part in physical activities.
  • Avoid using Cozymin in children less than 2 years of age as it can cause fatal respiratory distress.
  • Cozymin can trigger constipation in your child. Give plenty of fluids and a fiber-rich diet to your child.
  • Cozymin can cause dry mouth as a side effect. Taking frequent sips of water may help.
  • Practice self-care tips:Clean and disinfect surfaces after sneezing and coughing to avoid allergy.Restrain your child from having caffeinated products and foods that are spicy and fried. All these can trigger coughing.Make your child gargle with warm saltwater.Ensure your child takes enough rest.

References

  1. University of Michigan: C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. Menthol.
  2. Hydrocodone bitartrate and chlorpheniramine maleate [FDA Label]. Madison, MS: Hawthorn Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; 2013.

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