Acicod 10mg Tablet

Codeine (10mg)

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Acicod 10mg Tablet is a pain relieving medicine. It helps to relieve moderate to severe pain. It is also used for treatment of dry cough. It provides temporary relief from the cough or similar upper respiratory symptoms associated with allergy or common cold.

Written By Dr. Swati Mishra, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology,
Last updated on 21 Sep 2025 | 05:40 PM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Codeine (10mg)

Marketer

Allied Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

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Product introduction

Acicod 10mg Tablet is only prescribed to individuals who are at least 18 years of age or above. It may be habit forming and should be taken only as directed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective.

Some common side effects of this medicine include drowsiness, lightheadedness, dizziness, sedation, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, and sweating. If any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.

To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

Uses of Acicod Tablet

Treatment of Dry cough
Treatment of Moderate to severe pain

Benefits of Acicod Tablet

Treatment of Dry cough
A dry cough, also known as non-productive cough, is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. This is irritating, usually associated with a tickly throat and may be caused due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. Acicod 10mg Tablet suppresses dry, hacking coughs. It will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation and help you carry out your daily activities more easily.

This medicine is safe and effective. Acicod 10mg Tablet usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.

Treatment of Moderate to severe pain
Acicod 10mg Tablet helps to relieve moderate to severe pain like toothache, headache, or in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Side effects of Acicod Tablet

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 Acicod

Drowsiness
Lightheadedness
Dizziness
Sedation
Breathlessness
Nausea
Vomiting
Sweating

How to use Acicod Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Acicod 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Acicod Tablet works

Acicod 10mg Tablet is an opioid analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking transmission of pain signals to the brain to lower pain perception.

Quick tips

Use Acicod 10mg Tablet as instructed by your doctor. Never take in greater amounts or more often than prescribed.
It causes sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Acicod 10mg Tablet, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Acicod 10mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Acicod 10mg Tablet 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

Acicod 10mg Tablet 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.

Driving

UNSAFE

Acicod 10mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As Acicod 10mg Tablet may cause dizziness, blurred vision or the inability to think clearly.

Kidney

CAUTION

Acicod 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acicod 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Acicod 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acicod 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Acicod with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Life-threatening

Naltrexone (Oral Route)

Do not consume Naltrexone with Codeine; watch out for symptoms such as breathlessness, increased heart rate, or headache. Naltrexone may reduce efficacy of Codeine.

Severe

Alprazolam (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms of Alprazolam side effects such as drowsiness, excessive sedation, tiredness, dizziness or slurred speech and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the dose of Alprazolam as per the observations. It is advised to avoid driving or undertaking other tasks requiring skill and alertness.

Severe

Alprazolam (Injection Route)

Severe

Chlordiazepoxide (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms of Chlordiazepoxide side effects such as drowsiness, excessive sedation, tiredness, dizziness or slurred speech and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the dose of Chlordiazepoxide as per the observations. It is advised to avoid driving or undertaking other tasks requiring skill and alertness.

Severe

Clobazam (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms of Clobazam side effects such as drowsiness, excessive sedation, tiredness, dizziness or slurred speech and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the dose of Clobazam as per the observations. It is advised to avoid driving or undertaking other tasks requiring skill and alertness.

Frequently asked questions

What is Acicod 10mg Tablet used for?

Acicod 10mg Tablet is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It is also used, usually in combination with other medications, to reduce coughing.

Is Acicod 10mg Tablet addictive?

Yes, it is possible to become addicted to this medicine. Always follow your doctor's instructions to reduce the risks of becoming addicted.

How will I know if I'm addicted to it?

If you're addicted to this medicine, you may want to take it more often or feel agitated if you delay taking a dose for any reason. And if you stop taking it suddenly you may suffer from withdrawal symptoms (feeling irritable or anxious, trouble sleeping, faster heartbeat). Talk to your doctor for advice if you are worried about addiction.

Will Acicod 10mg Tablet affect my fertility?

There are no confirmed studies to show that Acicod 10mg Tablet affects your fertility if taken for a short time and at normal doses. However, if you've been taking it for a long time and you are concerned about your fertility, or you are trying to get pregnant, speak to your doctor.

Does Acicod 10mg Tablet cause constipation?

Yes, you may experience severe constipation after taking this medicine. Include fiber-rich food and increase your water intake. You may also consult your doctor to prescribe you a laxative or stool softener to get some relief.

Who is codeine not suitable for?

FDA (Food and Drug Administration) has restricted the use of codeine to treat pain or cough in children younger than 12 years. This is because it poses serious risks, including slowed or difficult breathing and death, which appear to be a greater risk in children younger than 12 years. Along with this, this medicine is also not recommended to breastfeeding mothers due to the risk of serious adverse reactions in breastfed infants. These include excess sleepiness, difficulty breastfeeding, or serious breathing problems which can be fatal.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Phenanthrenes Derivative

Habit Forming

Yes

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Opioids

References

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 318-21.
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Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-S198. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Name: Allied Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: Rajnigandha Complex 8734, D.B.Gupta Road, Paharganj, New Delhi - 110 055, (India)

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Acicod Tablet

Benefits of Acicod Tablet

Side effects of Acicod Tablet

How to use Acicod Tablet

How Acicod Tablet works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Naltrexone (Oral Route)

Alprazolam (Oral Route)

Alprazolam (Injection Route)

Chlordiazepoxide (Oral Route)

Clobazam (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

What is Acicod 10mg Tablet used for?

Is Acicod 10mg Tablet addictive?

How will I know if I'm addicted to it?

Will Acicod 10mg Tablet affect my fertility?

Does Acicod 10mg Tablet cause constipation?

Who is codeine not suitable for?

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Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

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