Acicod

Composition for Acicod Products

Acicod Products are primarily used for

Moderate to severe pain, Dry cough

About Acicod Products

Uses of Acicod Products

Codeine is used for moderate to severe pain and dry cough.

Acicod Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Acicod are Dizziness, Vomiting, Nausea, Constipation, Lightheadedness, Sedation, Drowsiness, Shortness of breath, Respiratory depression.

How Acicod Products work

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

Patient Concerns about Acicod Products

Frequently asked questions about Acicod Products

Frequently asked questions about Codeine

Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.

Products for Acicod

Acicod 10mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
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