Codipront is useful for relieving cough can caused by allergies and infections. This drug can only be taken with a doctor's prescription because it contains anhydrous codeine, which is an active ingredient that is included in the drug class opioids.
In addition to codeine anhydrous, Codipront also contains phenyltoloxamine. The combination of the two can relieve coughs. This medicine only treats the symptoms of a cough but does not treat the cause.
Types and Content of Codipront
Codipront is available in two variants, namely:
Codipront
Codipront is used to relieve symptoms of a dry cough that can be caused by allergies. This type of Codipront is available in two preparations, namely:
- Capsule. Each capsule contains 30 mg of anhydrous codeine and 10 mg of phenyltoloxamine.
- Syrup. Each 5 ml of syrup contains 11.11 mg of anhydrous codeine and 3.67 mg of phenyltoloxamine.
Codipront Cum Expectorant
Codipront cum expectorant is used to relieve cough with phlegm and help expel phlegm that can be caused by allergies, acute bronchitis, or chronic bronchitis. This type of Codipront is available in two preparations, namely:
- Capsule. Each capsule contains 30 mg of anhydrous codeine, 10 mg of phenyltoloxamine, and 100 mg of guaifenesin.
- Syrup. Each 5 ml of syrup contains 11.11 mg of anhydrous codeine, 3.67 mg of phenyltoloxamine and 55.55 mg of guaifenesin.
What is Codipront?
| group | Cough reliever |
| Category | Prescription drugs |
| Benefit | Relieves cough |
| Consumed by | Adults and children |
| Codipront for pregnant and lactating women | Category C: Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, but there are no controlled studies in pregnant women. Drugs should only be used if the expected benefit outweighs the risk to the fetus. Codipront is absorbed into breast milk. If you are breastfeeding, do not use this medicine without consulting your doctor first. |
| Drug form | Capsules and syrup |
Precautions Before Using Codipront
- Do not take codipront if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in this medicine.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy.
- Tell your doctor if you have Addison's disease, hypothyroidism, respiratory, kidney, liver, or nervous system function, ulcerative colitis, enlarged prostate, severe constipation, gastrointestinal bleeding, or glaucoma.
- Tell your doctor if you have recently had gastrointestinal or urinary tract surgery.
- Before undergoing any medical procedure, including dental surgery, tell your doctor if you are taking Codipront.
- Codipront may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Avoid driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery while using this medicine.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking Codipront, as this can increase the risk of potentially fatal side effects.
- Tell your doctor if you are taking any other medicines, including herbal medicines and supplements.
- Call your doctor right away if you have an allergic reaction to the drug or an overdose.
Dosage and Rules of Use Codipront
Codiprint is used to relieve cough symptoms. The dose of Codipront is determined based on the type of drug, the age of the patient, and the dosage form of the drug. Here is the explanation:
Codipront
The dose of Codipront capsules for adults and children over the age of 14 is 1 capsule, 2 times a day (morning and evening).
The dosage of Codipront syrup is:
- Adults and children age > 14 years: 3 measuring spoons (15 ml), 2 times a day
- Children age 6-14 years: 2 measuring spoons (10 ml), 2 times a day
- Children age 4-6 years: 1 measuring spoon (5 ml), 2 times a day
- Children age 2-4 years: measuring spoon (2.5 ml), 2 times a day
The drug is taken 2 times a day, in the morning and evening.
Codipront Cum Expectorant
The dose of Codipront capsules for adults and children over the age of 14 is 1 capsule, 2 times a day (morning and evening).
The dosage of Codipront syrup is:
- Adults and children age > 14 years: 15 ml, 2 times a day
- Children age 6-14 years: 10 ml, 2 times a day
- Children age 4-6 years: 5 ml, 2 times a day
- Children age 2-4 years: 2.5 ml, 2 times a day
The drug is taken 2 times a day, in the morning and evening.
How to Use Codipront Correctly
Use Codipront according to the doctor's recommendations or the instructions for use listed on the medicine package. Use the measuring spoon that comes in the package and do not use another spoon. Do not increase or decrease the dose, and do not extend or stop taking the drug without consulting your doctor.
Codipront should be taken with food to prevent stomach upset.
Make sure that there is sufficient time between one dose and the next. Try to take Codipront at the same time every day to ensure the effectiveness of the drug.
If you forget to take Codipront, it is advisable to do it immediately if the break with the next consumption schedule is not too close. If it is close, ignore it and do not double the dose.
Store Codipront at room temperature and away from heat, humid air, and direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.
Codipront Interactions with Other Drugs and Ingredients
Codipront contains codeine anhydrant and phenyltoloxamine, while Codipront cum expectorant contains additional guaifenesin. If taken with certain drugs, these three ingredients can cause drug interactions in the form of:
- Increased risk of fatal side effects, if the codeine contained in Codipront is used with monoamine oxidase inhibitor drugs.
- Increased risk of side effects on the nervous system, if taken with alcohol or food and drinks containing alcohol.
- The appearance of the opposite effect, when taken with domperidone or metoclopramide.
Side Effects and Dangers of Codipront
The ingredients contained in Codipront can cause the following side effects:
- Nauseous
- Throw up
- dry mouth
- Constipation
- Tinnitus
- Feeling of uncontrollable joy or euphoria
- Pruritus and other skin disorders
- Sleepy
- Respiratory disorders
- Sleep disturbance
- Drug addiction
- Visual disturbance
Check with your doctor if you experience the above complaints or have an allergic reaction to the drug, such as a rash on the skin, swelling of the lips and eyelids, or difficulty breathing, after taking Codipront.