Expectalin With Codeine 5 mL Liquid.
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 12 July 2024
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Relief of cough.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 5-10 mL every 4 hours, max 4 doses/day. Use for no longer than 3 days.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- CNS depressants
- MAOIs
- Serotonergic medicines
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Acute asthma
- Alcoholism
- Head injuries
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Under 18 years
Common side effects
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Dizziness
Counselling Points
- Do not exceed recommended dose
- Avoid alcohol
- Not for chronic cough
- Seek medical attention for overdose symptoms
Serious warnings
- Risk of dependency
- Respiratory depression in ultra-rapid metabolisers
- CNS depression with alcohol
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