Codeine+triprolidine
About Codeine+triprolidine
Codeine+triprolidine belongs to a class of medication called ‘cough and cold preparations’ primarily used to treat dry cough associated with a common cold or upper respiratory allergies. Coughing (dry or productive) is the body’s way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus, or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. There are two types of coughs: Dry cough and chesty cough. A dry cough is tickly and doesn't produce any vicious or thick mucus, while a chesty cough (wet cough) means mucous or sputum is produced to help clear your airways.
Codeine+triprolidine is a combination of two drugs: Codeine (cough suppressant) and Triprolidine(antihistamine). Codeine belongs to the class of cough suppressants that blocks the μ-opioid receptor in the brain that produces cough, thereby decreasing the urge to cough. Triprolidine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.
Take Codeine+triprolidine as prescribed by your doctor. Take Codeine+triprolidine for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain side effects, including drowsiness, dry mouth, vomiting, blurred vision, constipation, dizziness, or tiredness. Most of these side effects of Codeine+triprolidine do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Codeine+triprolidine or any other medicines. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Codeine+triprolidine to loosen mucus and protect yourself from being dehydrated or overheated during exercise. In hot weather, as Codeine+triprolidine contains Triprolidine, it decreases sweating and increases heatstroke risk. Do not take Codeine+triprolidine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as it may cause adverse effects on the baby. Codeine+triprolidine is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. Do not take Codeine+triprolidine if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication like Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline, and Tranylcypromine) in the last 14 days, as it may cause life-threatening drug interaction. Codeine+triprolidine is a habit-forming drug, and hence there is a risk of dependence on Codeine+triprolidine. So, before stopping Codeine+triprolidine, contact a doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, increased heart rate, tremors, or general unwell feelings.
Uses of Codeine+triprolidine
Medicinal Benefits
Codeine+triprolidine is a combination of two drugs: Triprolidine and Codeine. Triprolidine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps provide relief from allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness. Codeine belongs to the class of narcotic cough suppressants that block the μ-opioid receptor in the brain that produces cough, thereby decreasing the urge to cough. Codeine+triprolidine is used to treat cough associated with a common cold or upper respiratory allergies.
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Side Effects of Codeine+triprolidine
- Dizziness/Drowsiness
- Mood changes
- Tiredness/weakness
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Increased heartbeat
- Loss of appetite
- Headache
- Blurred vision
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Urinary retention
- Coordination problems
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Cough: Coughing is the body’s way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus, or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. Coughs may be dry or productive. A productive cough (wet cough) brings sputum (phlegm, mucus, and other matter) from the lungs. Cough is commonly caused as a response to allergy or viral infection but coughing up mucus is possibly an indication of infection in the respiratory tract. If you are coughing thick, solid white mucus, it indicates you may have a bacterial infection in the airways. If the mucus is clear or light-coloured, it indicates you may have allergies or minor infections in the respiratory tract, and yellow or green mucus indicates a respiratory infection.
FAQs
Codeine+triprolidine is a combination of two drugs: Triprolidine and Codeine, which relieves dry cough. Triprolidine is an antihistaminic that blocks a chemical messenger (histamine) that may trigger a cough due to an allergy. Codeine is a cough suppressant. It suppresses cough by reducing the activity of the cough centre in the brain.
Do not take Codeine+triprolidine with 'alprazolam' as co-administration of these two medicines may increase adverse effects such as sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. However, please consult a doctor before taking Codeine+triprolidine with other medicines.
Codeine+triprolidine is excreted in breast milk and may cause drowsiness, breathing problems, or death in a nursing baby. Therefore, if you are breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Codeine+triprolidine. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing Codeine+triprolidine to you.
Codeine+triprolidine is not recommended for children below 18 years of age as a misuse of Codeine+triprolidine in children may lead to serious adverse effects. Codeine in Codeine+triprolidine may cause life-threatening respiratory depression and death in children who recently had surgery to remove the tonsils or adenoids.
Codeine+triprolidine may be used to provide relief from allergic symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, throat irritation, or watery eyes. Codeine+triprolidine contains Triprolidine, an anti-allergic drug that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.
Codeine+triprolidine is unsafe to use in pregnancy. Codeine+triprolidine contains Triprolidine, If you use Codeine+triprolidine while pregnant, your baby could become dependent on codeine. This can cause life-threatening withdrawal symptoms in the baby after it is born.
Yes, Triprolidine in Codeine+triprolidine may cause mental or physical dependence if used for a prolonged time. Therefore, take Codeine+triprolidine only in dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
