In order to cure a cough, which often causes a lot of inconvenience, a fairly large number of drugs are currently used. Some of them eliminate the cough reflex, others contribute to a better discharge of sputum, which is quite important for this ailment. The latter includes "Codelac" syrup, which is made on the basis of plant components.
In addition to the dry extract of thermopsis, which increases the secretory functions of the bronchial glands, it contains codeine, which reduces the excitability of the cough center, and licorice root, which has an expectorant effect. In addition, in 5 ml of syrup is 1 gram of liquid thyme extract. Additional substances that make up sorbitol, purified water, nipazole and nipagin.
To use "Codelac" syrup, the instructions for use advise in the treatment of dry cough of any origin that occurs with bronchopulmonary diseases. It has a thick brown color and a characteristic aromatic odor.
The dosage of the drug depends on the age of the patient. For example, for children aged 2 to 5 years, the maximum dose per day should not exceed 5 ml, divided into several doses. Up to 12 years, 10-15 ml is prescribed, and for those older, including adults up to 20 ml. It should be noted that before starting therapy, it is worth consulting with a doctor, who will prescribe the dosage, as well as the duration of the drug. It is worth remembering that the Codelac syrup instruction recommends taking a short time (several days), but if there are no changes for the better, it may be worth replacing the product with a more suitable one in this case.
Side effects that occur during therapy with this drug are quite rare. However, if drowsiness, headache occurs, the drug should be stopped. Allergic reactions are also possible, including itching, skin rashes.
In the following situations, "Codelac" syrup does not recommend use for use: bronchial asthma, respiratory failure. Contraindications to taking the drug will be children under 2 years of age, periods of expectation of the child and breastfeeding. If there is sensitivity to the substances contained in the preparation, then it also cannot be used in treatment.
With prolonged use of syrup as a medicine, the development of dependence is possible. During therapy, you should not drink alcohol, as well as morphine-like drugs, including "Nalbuphine", "Buprenorphine" and others.
With caution "Codelac" syrup, the instructions for use recommend the use of patients with any impaired renal function. In this case, the removal of codeine from the body is slowed down, from which it is advised to increase the intervals between doses. This drug should not be prescribed simultaneously with other drugs that have an expectorant and mucolytic effect. Under the supervision of a physician, “Codelac” syrup is used, instructions for use indicate this in patients with high intracranial pressure.
Those who are professionally involved in sports should remember that codeine, which is part of this drug, is equivalent to doping. During treatment, it is worthwhile to refrain from driving and working in hazardous conditions, requiring concentration, since sedation is possible.
In case of an overdose, side effects can manifest themselves much more strongly; in addition, arrhythmia, bradypnea, and atony of the bladder are characteristic in this situation. For treatment, gastric lavage is done, after which symptomatic therapy is prescribed. In this case, an examination in a medical institution is necessary.