Corex T cough 100ML syrup is a combination medicine used to relieve dry cough (or non-productive cough where phlegm or mucus in not produced) and symptoms of common cold associated with fever, which includes stuffy nose, runny nose, sneezing, throat irritation, congestion. It predominantly relieves symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis, breathing difficulties, coughing, nasal congestion, etc. caused by bronchospasm. This medicine works by reducing the activity of cough centre in brain. However, the uses of the syrup mentioned here are not comprehensive, there may be other conditions for which the medication may be used upon your doctor’s discretion.
The active ingredients of Corex T cough 100ML syrup are Codeine phosphate 10Mg and Triprolidine 1.25Mg/5ML
Triprolidine is an antiallergic medicine which blocks chemical messenger, histamine to relieve symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis such as stuffy or runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes. Codeine phosphate is a cough suppressant that works by reducing cough centre activity in the brain.
Patients with following conditions are suggested to seek advice from their healthcare professionals before taking Corex T cough 100ML syrup:
The following side effects may or may not occur during the usage of Corex T cough 100ML syrup. When taken in the recommended dosage guidelines, the syrup is well tolerated. Most of the side effects are generally mild and you may experience one or more of the following symptoms:
Take Corex T cough 100ML syrup as instructed by your doctor. Avoid missing or forgetting the dose. If you do, take it as soon as you remember; but if it’s almost time for your next dose, skip it and take it according to your normal schedule. Don’t swallow two doses at the same time which is dangerous to your health.
The syrup can be taken with or without food. Take the syrup at the same time every day as it helps to maintain consistent level of medicine in the body.
Do not change the dose or stop taking the medicine before completion of the course or without consulting your doctor. Continue to use this drug until completion of the maximum amount suggested even though the symptoms disappear after the medicine has begun.
Avoid taking medicine more than the prescribed dosage. If you notice any unusual or abnormal reactions after taking the syrup, promptly seek medical attention. Depending on the dosage of Corex T cough 100ML syrup, symptoms vary in individuals, you may experience one or more of the following symptoms:
Take Corex T cough 100ML syrup only on the advice of medical practitioner. Dosage adjustments or complete avoidance of the medication may be required in the following conditions:
Caution is advised among people with kidney problems. Close monitoring of kidney function and adjustments of dose of the medicine may be needed based on the clinical condition of the patient. If you have any renal problems, it is highly recommended that you consult doctor before the consumption of this syrup.
Extreme caution is advised among patients with liver problems. Dose adjustments of the medicine may be needed. If you have any hepatic problems, it is highly recommended that you consult doctor before the consuming this medicine. However, this medicine is not recommended in patients with severe liver impairment.
This syrup should be used with caution during pregnancy. Despite the fact that there are limited studies in human beings, animal studies have shown effects on the developing baby. It is recommended that you consult your doctor before consuming this medicine.
The medicine is likely unsafe to use for nursing mothers. Limited human data suggests that the medication may pass into the breastmilk and harm the infant. Consult your doctor immediately if the baby shows signs of increased sleepiness, breathing problems or difficulty in breast feeding.
Consumption of alcohol with this syrup is not recommended as it increases side effects such as headache, dizziness, light headedness. Any symptoms of abnormal reactions after taking the expectorant should be reported to your doctor immediately.
The syrup may decrease alertness, cause impaired judgement, affect your vision and make you feel dizzy. Do not drive, operate heavy machinery or involve in any works which may demand your attention or physical strength.
Dairy products should be avoided.
Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines which includes over-the-counter drugs, herbal tonics, supplements and medicines that you buy without a prescription. Alert your doctor if you are taking Corex T cough 100ML syrup with warfarin, antibiotics (tetracyclines, quinolones, erythromycin, cefuroxime, doxycycline, gentamycin), increased toxic effects with fluoxetine, antidiabetic drugs, paroxetine, quinidine, monoamine oxidase inhibitors used in treating depression, anticonvulsants (phenytoin, phenobarbitone, carbamazepine, primidone).
Category C: Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.
This medication is a narcotic analgesic, prescribed for pain and cough. It is also used for diarrhea.
Codeine lowers the feeling of pain and how one reacts to pain. It works on the cough center in the brain.
Adult: PO- Pain- 30-60 mg 4 hourly. Max: 240 mgday. Cough suppressant- 15-30 mg 3-4 timesday. Max: 240 mgday. Acute diarrhea- 30 mg 3-4 timesday. IVIMSC- Pain- 30-60 mg 4 hourly. Max: 240 mgday. It comes as syrup to take by mouth, with or without food.
Feeling lightheaded, sleepy, having blurred eyesight, or a change in thinking clearly. Avoid driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for you to be alert or have clear eyesight until you see how this drug affects you. Feeling dizzy. Rise slowly over a few minutes when sitting or lying down. Be careful climbing. Upset stomach or throwing up. Many small meals, good mouth care, sucking hard, sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum may help. Hard stools (constipation). Drinking more liquids, working out, or adding fiber to your diet may help. Talk with your doctor about a stool softener or laxative.
Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. - If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. - Many times this drug is taken on an as needed basis.
If you have an allergy to codeine or any other part of this drug. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you have any of these health problems: Bowel block or very bad lung disease.
If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Very bad dizziness or passing out. Trouble breathing. Change in thinking clearly and with logic. Poor pain control. Very upset stomach or throwing up. Very hard stools (constipation). Feeling very tired or weak. Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.
Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.
Avoid Alcohol
Oral: Store it at controlled room temperature (15-30°C).
Category C : Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.
Cough & Cold Preparations, Opioid Analgesics
It is a combination medicine used to relieve dry cough (or non-productive cough where phlegm or mucus in not produced) and symptoms of common cold associated with fever, which includes stuffy nose, runny nose, sneezing, throat irritation, congestion. It predominantly relieves symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis, breathing difficulties, coughing, nasal congestion, etc. caused by bronchospasm. This medicine works by reducing the activity of cough centre in brain.
The syrup is well tolerated when taken in prescribed dosage guidelines. Most common side effects include upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, dizziness and drowsiness, constipation, dry mouth or throat, swelling of face, throat, limbs, heartburn, sweating, breathlessness, abdominal pain, pruritis.
The syrup can be taken with or without food.
If you ever had impaired kidney function, severe liver impairment or heart disease, let your doctor know before taking this medicine. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you take to ensure that you are healthy. This medicine is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients used in the syrup, gastrointestinal obstruction, hepatic impairment, acute alocholism, increased intracranial pressure, bronchial asthma, concomitant or within 14 days of monoamine oxidase inhibitors, children below 12 years. Caution is advised among patients with prostatic hypertrophy, increased intraocular pressure, myasthenia gravis, thyrotoxicosis, CNS depression, severe cardiovascular disease, urinary retention, renal and hepatic impairment, children and elderly, pregnancy and lactation.
The syrup may decrease alertness, cause impaired judgement, affect your vision and make you feel dizzy, difficulty in concentration, fatigue, light headedness. Do not drive, operate heavy machinery or involve in any works which may demand your attention or physical strength.
The syrup is usually well tolerated when taken in the recommended dosage guidelines. Over dose of the medicine may lead to gastrointestinal discomfort, abdominal pain, drowsiness, nausea and vomiting, dizziness, fainting, cardiac arrythmias, palpitations, dystonic reactions, excitations, respiratory depression, mental confusion, toxic psychosis, CNS depression.
This medicine should be used with caution during pregnancy. Despite the fact that there are limited studies in human beings, animal studies have shown effects on the developing baby. It is recommended that you consult your doctor before consuming this medicine.
No, do not take the medicine without doctor’s prescription.
Consumption of alcohol with this syrup is not recommended as it increases side effects such as headache, dizziness, light headedness. Any symptoms of abnormal reactions after taking the expectorant should be reported to your doctor immediately.
Store the medicine at room temperature (20-30 degree Celsius) in a cool and dry place. Keep the syrup according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Store the medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed.
This medicine is not recommended for children below 12 years of age due to potential risk and limited evidence on safety and efficacy.
The duration required for this medicine to show its effect in the body can be observed within 30-45 minutes of administration.
The duration for which this medicine remains active in the body is about 5-6 hours.
Medicines should always be taken under medical supervision. Take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor: for dosage and duration. Most recommended dose is twice a day.
The number of days that any medicine must be taken varies from patient to patient; and case to case. Do not take the medicine for more than 1 week.
Use the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor for the dosage and duration.
Note: All of the above information is for reference purpose only. It is always recommended that you consult a medical professional.
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