Codifem Syrup

Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 11 Nov 2024 | 01:09 AM (IST)

Codifem Syrup 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.

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General Information

Contains

Codeine (10mg)+ Triprolidine (1.25mg)

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Femgrace Formulations

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Product introduction

Codifem Syrup 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.

Uses of Codifem Syrup

Dry cough

Benefits of Codifem Syrup

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. Codifem Syrup 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 Codifem Syrup, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.

Side effects of Codifem Syrup

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Codifem

Nausea
Vomiting
Constipation
Lightheadedness
Dizziness
Sleepiness
Breathlessness
Sweating

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

How Codifem Syrup works

Codifem Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Codeine and Triprolidine, which relieves dry cough.

Quick tips

Codifem Syrup is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.
Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
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.
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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Codifem Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Codifem Syrup 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.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Codifem Syrup 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 Codifem Syrup may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby

Driving

UNSAFE

Codifem Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As Codifem Syrup may cause dizziness, blurred vision or the inability to think clearly.

Kidney

CAUTION

Codifem Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Codifem Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Codifem Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Codifem Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Yes

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

References

Patient concerns

What is a dry and productive cough syrup for baby

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

In dry cough cough suppressants are used. In productive cough mucolytics are used.

Having telvas am for last 3-4 years. Any side effect of thismedicine. Having problem of accute acidity

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Diabetology

Dry cough, ankle swelling sometimes

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Name: Femgrace Formulations
Address: 203, 2nd Floor, Aditraj Arcade, Near Hetvi Tower,100 Feet Ring Road, Satellite, Ahmedabad, Gujarat – 380015.

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Country of origin: India

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