Avoid driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for you to be alert until you see how this drug affects you. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. Be careful going up and down stairs. This drug may be habit-forming with long-term use. Do not take this drug with other strong pain drugs or if you are using a pain patch without talking to your doctor first.
This drug may affect certain lab tests. Tell all of your health care providers and lab workers that you take this drug. If you are 65 or older, use this drug with care. You could have more side effects. Different brands of this drug may have different doses for children. Talk with the doctor before giving this drug to a child. The chance of very bad side effects may be higher in children.
This may be more likely to happen in children who have breathing problems. Deadly breathing problems have happened with the use of codeine in some children. Talk with the doctor. This drug may cause harm to the unborn baby if you take it while you are pregnant. If you are pregnant or you get pregnant while taking this drug, call your doctor right away.
Using this drug for a long time during pregnancy may lead to withdrawal in the newborn baby. This can be life-threatening. What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away? Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Very bad dizziness or passing out. Chest pain or pressure. Fast or abnormal heartbeat. Trouble breathing, slow breathing, or shallow breathing. Noisy breathing. Breathing problems during sleep sleep apnea. Feeling confused. Hallucinations seeing or hearing things that are not there. Mood changes. Very bad headache. Trouble passing urine. Change in eyesight.
Severe constipation or stomach pain. These may be signs of a severe bowel problem. What are some other side effects of this drug? Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away: Constipation. Upset stomach or throwing up. Feeling dizzy, sleepy, tired, or weak.
Sweating a lot. You may report side effects to your national health agency. How is this drug best taken? Take with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach. Doctors also see nausea, dizziness, impaired vision, memory loss, hallucinations and seizures. Bottom line: It can be deadly, especially when mixed with other drugs and alcohol.
The National Institute on Drug Abuse says: "Teens may think that just because something is available from the pharmacy, it won't harm them — but that's not true. How common is it? While it's unclear how many people drink sizzurp mixes, about 1 in 10 teens uses cough syrup or cold medicine to get high, according the U. Drug Enforcement Administration. Dizziness or severe drowsiness can cause falls or other accidents. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other cough or cold medicine.
Many combination medicines contain guaifensin. Taking certain products together can cause you to get too much of this medicine. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Codeine can slow or stop your breathing. Never use codeine and guaifenesin in larger amounts, or for longer than prescribed.
Cough or cold medicine is usually taken only for a short time until your symptoms clear up. Codeine may be habit-forming, even at regular doses. Never share this medicine with another person, especially someone with a history of drug abuse or addiction. Selling or giving away codeine is against the law. Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if you have a fever with a headache or skin rash. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Do not freeze. Keep track of the amount of medicine used from each new bottle. Codeine is a drug of abuse and you should be aware if anyone is using your medicine improperly or without a prescription.
Since codeine and guaifenesin is used when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are on a schedule, use the missed dose as soon as you remember.
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