Tossex Antitussive Cough Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Chlorpheniramine Maleate and Codeine, which relieves dry cough. Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic. It blocks the action of a chemical messenger (histamine) which may trigger cough due to allergy. Codeine is a cough suppressant. It suppresses cough by reducing the activity of cough center in the brain.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.
Interactions / Warnings
Tossex Antitussive Cough Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. warnings Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Tossex Antitussive Cough 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. warnings Breastfeeding SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Tossex Antitussive Cough Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Larger doses or prolonged use of Tossex Antitussive Cough Syrup may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby warnings Driving UNSAFE Tossex Antitussive Cough Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. As Tossex Antitussive Cough Syrup may cause dizziness, blurred vision or the inability to think clearly. warnings Kidney SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Tossex Antitussive Cough Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data aVialable suggests that dose adjustment of Tossex Antitussive Cough Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. Use of Tossex Antitussive Cough Syrup may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease. warnings Liver CAUTION Tossex Antitussive Cough Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Tossex Antitussive Cough Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
