KODEX L Sugar Free Syrup 120ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Chlorpheniramine 2 mg+Levodropropizine 30 mg
Manufacturer
Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT KODEX L SYRUPKODEX L SYRUP is a combination of Chlorpheniramine and Levodropropizine which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihistamines and Cough suppressants respectively. It is used to manage dry cough due to various reasons. It is also used to manage allergic cough, hay fever, common cold, watery eyes, itchy throat/skin, rhinitis, urticaria. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine as this may lead to unwanted effects. KODEX L SYRUP is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver disease. Contact your doctor before taking. Before taking KODEX L SYRUP inform your doctor if you have lung, kidney, liver or heart disease. KODEX L SYRUP is generally not recommended for use in pregnancy. Contact your doctor before taking. KODEX L SYRUP is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk. Contact your doctor before taking. KODEX L SYRUP is not recommended for use in children under 6 years of age. Contact your doctor before taking. KODEX L SYRUP should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years or above). Contact your doctor before taking. The most common
Uses
OF KODEX L SYRUP Used to manage dry cough
How It Works
KODEX L SYRUP helps to manage dry cough, where Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine works by blocking the histamine H1 receptor and manages the release of histamine (which normally produces symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose) and Levodropropizine is a cough suppressant which relieves cough by activity on the cough centre in the brain.
Directions for Use
Take KODEX L SYRUP as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
this medicine are sedation, somnolence, exhaustion, constipation, vomiting, dry mouth, attention deficit, abnormal coordination, dizziness. Contact your physician if any of the side effects worsen. USES OF KODEX L SYRUP Used to manage dry cough HOW KODEX L SYRUP WORKSKODEX L SYRUP helps to manage dry cough, where Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine works by blocking the histamine H1 receptor and manages the release of histamine (which normally produces symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose) and Levodropropizine is a cough suppressant which relieves cough by activity on the cough centre in the brain. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake KODEX L SYRUP as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF KODEX L SYRUPCOMMON sedation somnolence exhaustion constipation vomiting dry mouth attention deficit abnormal coordination dizziness RARE urinary retention Stop taking KODEX L SYRUP and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: severe allergic reactions such as redness, itching, urticaria, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat causing difficulty in breathing or sudden drop in blood pressure
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYKODEX L SYRUP is generally not recommended for use in pregnancy. Contact your doctor before taking. BREASTFEEDINGKODEX L SYRUP is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk. Contact your doctor before taking. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel drowsiness after taking KODEX L SYRUP. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking KODEX L SYRUP as it may lead to unwanted effects. KIDNEYKODEX L SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Contact your doctor before taking. LIVERKODEX L SYRUP is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver disease. Contact your doctor before taking. ALLERGYDo not take KODEX L SYRUP if you are allergic to Chlorpheniramine, Levodropropizine, or to other ingredients of this medicine. LUNGSKODEX L SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with lung diseases such as bronchitis, bronchiectasis, asthma or chronic lung disorders (difficulty in breathing and cough). Contact your doctor before taking. HEART DISEASEKODEX L SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases or heart rhythm disorders. Contact your doctor before taking OTHERSKODEX L SYRUP is not recommended for use if you: have Kartagener’s syndrome have mucociliary function disorder Before taking KODEX L SYRUP, inform your doctor if you have: depression diabetes gastric ulcer epilepsy increased blood pressure enlarged prostrate high eye pressure overactive thyroid dysfunction Use in pediatrics: KODEX L SYRUP is not recommended for use in children under 6 years of age. Contact your doctor before taking. Use in geriatrics: KODEX L SYRUP should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Contact your doctor before taking.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Inform your physician if you are taking any of the following medicine: alprazolam, bromezapam, diazepam, clonazepam, clorazepate, chlordiazepoxide (medicines used to manage anxiety, fits, insomnia) buspirone, hydroxyzine (medicines used for anxiety) zolpidem (medicines used to manage insomnia) isocarboxazid, phenelzine, tranylcypromine and tricyclic antidepressants like amitriptyline, desipramine (medicines used for depression) linezolid (medicines used to manage bacterial infections) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took too much of this medicine, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Chlorpheniramine, Levodropropizine Pharmacological Category : Antihistamines, Phenylpiperazines Therapeutic Indication : Dry cough Dosage Forms : Syrup MORE INFORMATION Keep out of reach of children Store KODEX L SYRUP below 25°C
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Last Updated
17 Dec 2022