H Codex Syrup is used in the treatment of cough with mucus. It loosens and thins mucus in the nose, windpipe, and lungs. This makes it easier for you to cough it out. It also relaxes and widens the muscles in the airways making it easier for you to breathe.
H Codex Syrup is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, upset stomach, headache, rash, palpitations, tremor, and increased heart rate. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make sleepiness worse.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
H Codex Syrup gives relief from cough with mucus. It helps to loosen thick mucus, reduce its stickiness and makes it easier to cough out. This makes breathing easy and reduces the frequency of coughing. H Codex Syrup will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. Along with medications, drink enough luke warm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.
Side effects of H Codex Syrup
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 H Codex
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Headache
Rash
Tremors
Increased heart rate
Indigestion
Bloating
Upper abdominal pain
Urticaria
Itching
Sweating
Changes in serum aminotransferase levels
How to use H Codex Syrup
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. H Codex Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How H Codex Syrup works
H Codex Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Ambroxol, Guaifenesin and Terbutaline, which relieves cough with mucus.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with H Codex Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
H Codex 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of H Codex Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
H Codex Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
H Codex Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of H Codex Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
H Codex Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of H Codex Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on the use of H Codex Syrup in these patients.
What if you forget to take H Codex Syrup?
If you miss a dose of H Codex Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
H Codex Syrup relieves cough accompanied with mucus that is associated with broncho-pulmonary disorders such as bronchitis, bronchial asthma and emphysema.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
If you are diabetic, monitor your blood glucose regularly while taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of thyroid or heart disease.
Stop taking H Codex Syrup and inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache.
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Patient concerns
Stunting done in 2011. All reports including echo are coming normal since then. One medicine cardiac H or remipril is shooting cough. What substitute I can take which can fix cough.?
Meri bachchi 16 month ki h aur use 2 din se khansi h
Dr. Amit Modi
Paediatrics
Hello, your 16 month old baby is suffering from cough. For isolated dry cough, you can use home remedies like honey, ginger and tulsi. Avoid giving cold water and food. If the cough is persistent, it must be evaluated by a pediatrician for chest signs as well as nature of cough.
The heart rate fluctuating from greater than 120 to less than 110. While in sitting posture heart rate increased to more than 130 and decreased to less than 115 when made to lie down. Patient is having brain cancer, bed ridden and minimally conscious. No prior history of heart disease. Have just finished his radiation therapy
Pain and discomfort in stomach above navel. 2 loose motions within 8 hours. 1st motion semi liquid and second motion watery with gas and very bad smell. No appetite, feverish, slight body ache Have to travel tommorow whole day. Need immediate advice.
What would be alternative for this medicine for same salt composition of some lower price. Name of the medicine -- ( Telmisartan 40 mg and Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg tablets USP
No, H Codex Syrup is used in wet cough i.e. a cough with mucus production.
Are there any contraindications associated with the use of H Codex Syrup?
It is not recommended to use H Codex Syrup in patients who are allergic to any of its component. It should also be avoided in patients having heart disease and peptic ulcer.
Will a higher than the recommended dose of H Codex Syrup be more effective?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects. If the recommended dosage does not relieve your symptoms or there is an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of H Codex Syrup?
Keep this medicine in 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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