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Promethazine + Pholcodine

Information about Promethazine + Pholcodine

Promethazine + Pholcodine Uses

Promethazine+Pholcodine is used in the treatment of dry cough.

How Promethazine + Pholcodine works

Promethazine + Pholcodine is a combination of two medicines: Promethazine and Pholcodine, which relieves dry cough.

Common side effects of Promethazine + Pholcodine

Nausea, Vomiting, Constipation, Sleepiness, Dizziness, Rash, Excitement, Confusion, Breathlessness

Available Medicine for Promethazine + Pholcodine

Tedykoff LXMankind Pharma Ltd
₹551 variant(s)
C.R.MPharmed Ltd
₹581 variant(s)
Tedykoff CoughMankind Pharma Ltd
₹381 variant(s)
Codo QIpca Laboratories Ltd
₹431 variant(s)
TiskytasIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹271 variant(s)

Frequently asked questions for Promethazine + Pholcodine

Promethazine + Pholcodine

Q. Can the use of Promethazine+Pholcodine cause sleepiness or drowsiness?

Yes, Promethazine+Pholcodine may make you feel drowsy or sleepy. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities until you know how the medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience such an episode while taking this medicine.

Q. Will a higher than the recommended dose of Promethazine+Pholcodine be more effective?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having some serious side effects and toxicity. If you experience increased severity of your symptoms, that are not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

Q. Can I breastfeed while taking Promethazine+Pholcodine?

No, it is not advisable to breastfeed while using Promethazine+Pholcodine. This medicine contains Promethazine, which can pass into the breast milk and harm the baby. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are advised to take this medicine.

Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Promethazine+Pholcodine?

No, alcohol should be avoided while using Promethazine+Pholcodine. Drinking alcohol while taking Promethazine+Pholcodine will increase the drowsiness caused by Promethazine+Pholcodine.

Q. Can the use of Promethazine+Pholcodine cause dry mouth?

Yes, the use of Promethazine+Pholcodine can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night.

Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Promethazine+Pholcodine?

Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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