Glycodin Syrup
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Product introduction
Glycodin Syrup is used to treat dry cough. It works by reducing the activity of cough center in the brain. It provides a sensation of coolness and relieves minor throat irritation. It also decreases the stickiness of airway secretions and helps in their removal from the airways.
Glycodin Syrup is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. It is better to take it with food to avoid stomach upset. 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, upset stomach, and rash, and confusion. 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 may cause dizziness, 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 dizziness worse.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. Keep it out of reach of children. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any lung, liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.
Glycodin Syrup is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. It is better to take it with food to avoid stomach upset. 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, upset stomach, and rash, and confusion. 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 may cause dizziness, 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 dizziness worse.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. Keep it out of reach of children. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any lung, liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.
Uses of Glycodin Syrup
Benefits of Glycodin Syrup
In Dry cough
A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. It may cause a tickling sensation or itching in the throat and may be due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. Glycodin Syrup suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. Along with taking Glycodin Syrup, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.
Side effects of Glycodin 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 Glycodin
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Upset stomach
- Dizziness
- Rash
- Confusion
How to use Glycodin 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. Glycodin Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Glycodin Syrup works
Glycodin Syrup is a combination of three medicines:.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Glycodin Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Glycodin 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Glycodin Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Glycodin Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Glycodin Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Glycodin Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
Glycodin Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Glycodin Syrup?
If you miss a dose of Glycodin 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.
Glycodin Syrup
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Quick tips
- Glycodin Syrup is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.
- Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications, e.g., anti-depressants.
- Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have a cough for more than 7 days.
- Inform your doctor if you have had a cough for a long time or if you have asthma or suffer from serious asthma attacks, or if your cough is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Glycodin Syrup
Thrice A Day
47%
Once A Day
41%
Twice A Day
12%
What are you using Glycodin Syrup for?
Dry cough
87%
Cough with mu*
6%
Cough
3%
Others
3%
*Cough with mucus
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
47%
Poor
30%
Average
23%
What were the side-effects while using Glycodin Syrup?
No Side Effec*
50%
Upset stomach
17%
Dizziness
17%
Vomiting
17%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Glycodin Syrup?
With food
75%
With or witho*
25%
*With or without food
Please rate Glycodin Syrup on price
Expensive
53%
Average
47%
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Marketer details
Name: Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Alembic Road, Vadodara - 390 003, Gujarat,INDIA
Country of origin: India
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