The composition of the drug Codelac (the instruction contains such information) includes sodium bicarbonate -200 mg, licorice root (powder) - 200 mg, thermo-lanceolate (powder) -20 mg and 8 mg codeine. Excipients - talc, potato starch and microcrystalline cellulose.
Codelac is a combined action drug. Each substance in its composition produces its own therapeutic effect.
So, sodium bicarbonate changes the pH of mucus in the bronchi to the alkaline side, and also activates the motor function of the ciliated epithelium to a certain extent.
Licorice root powder stimulates the activity of the ciliary epithelium in the bronchi and trachea, which, in turn, facilitates expectoration. In addition, this ingredient enhances the secretory function of the upper respiratory tract mucosa. Flavone compounds that make up its composition have an antispasmodic effect on smooth muscles.
Thermopsis lanceolate also increases the activity of the ciliary epithelium. In addition, the isoquinoline alkaloids included in the composition act on the respiratory center and stimulate the vomiting reflex.
Codeine acts on the cough center and reduces its excitability. The drug "Codelac" (the instruction emphasizes this) has a pronounced antitussive effect. With prolonged use in quantities exceeding the recommended dosage, it can cause dependence.
Take the medicine "Codelac" (the instructions clearly indicate this) inside, one tablet three times a day, washed down with water. The therapeutic effect occurs within half an hour or an hour after administration and lasts from 2 to 6 hours.
The drug is indicated for cough of various etiologies. It facilitates expectoration and sputum production and reduces coughing.
If codelac is prescribed, the instructions should be carefully studied before taking, because this drug has contraindications. It can not be used in the treatment of young children under two years of age, as well as people with high sensitivity to the components of the drug.
Did your doctor prescribe codelac? The instruction warns of possible side effects of the drug. So, codeine, which is part of it, when exceeding the recommended doses, worsens intestinal motility, which, in turn, can lead to constipation. Therefore, when prescribing the drug, the doctor will tell you about this possible manifestation, in which case you should stop taking codelac.
In case of an overdose, it causes nausea and vomiting. In large quantities, respiratory depression, can cause drowsiness and headache.
Store this medicine in a dark, dry place, inaccessible to children, at a temperature not exceeding 25 degrees.
The shelf life from the date of manufacture is four years.
In addition to the drug "Codelac", manufacturers produce the drug "Codelac broncho", which differs in its composition and properties and is available both in tablet form and in syrup.
"Codelac broncho, syrup": instruction
The composition includes sodium bicarbonate, sodium glycerolate, ambroxol hydrochloride and thermopsis powder.
The drug increases the volume of sputum and reduces its viscosity, facilitates expectoration. Glycerrhizinate, which is part of the composition, reduces inflammation in the bronchi, as it has antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties.
Codelac broncho tablets can be taken one tablet three times a day for adults and adolescents over twelve.
If Codedelac Broncho is prescribed, the instructions have information about contraindications, so read it carefully.
Patients suffering from peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum, hepatic or renal failure, bronchial asthma should take the drug with caution. For women during breastfeeding and during pregnancy, adolescents under the age of twelve, and people with hypersensitivity to the components, the drug "Codelac broncho" is contraindicated.
Indications for use of the drug Codelac broncho are chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, bronchiectasis, bronchitis (acute and chronic), pneumonia.