Simple cough tablets are described by the instruction as a combined remedy. The drug has an expectorant effect. The composition of the drug contains sodium bicarbonate, codeine, licorice root, thermopsis grass.
Component Properties Indications
Codeine has a pronounced antitussive and expectorant effect. The substance has a slight sedative and analgesic effect. Codeine helps reduce the excitability of the cough center, interrupts reflexes that provoke a prolonged cough. When used in a small dosage, the substance does not inhibit the respiratory center, does not adversely affect the activity of the ciliated epithelium. Bronchial secretion also does not change. Isoquinoline alkaloids are present in the grass of thermopsis. Substances stimulate vomiting and stimulate the respiratory reflex. Thermopsis grass has a pronounced expectorant effect. The effect is manifested by an increase in secretory activity in the bronchial glands, increased functioning of the ciliary epithelium. Under the influence of this component, the secretion is also accelerated, the tone of smooth muscles in the bronchi increases due to the vagotropic central effect. Sodium bicarbonate provokes a shift in the alkaline side of the pH of the mucus of the bronchi, lowering the viscosity of sputum. Under its influence, the motor activity of bronchioles, ciliated epithelium is stimulated.
exhibits anti-inflammatory effect, has antispasmodic and expectorant effects. The latter is due to the activity of glycyrrhizin in the composition of the component. This substance stimulates the activity of the ciliary epithelium in the trachea and bronchi, enhances the secretory functions of the mucous membranes in the upper respiratory tract. Due to the presence of flavone compounds, the antispasmodic effect of the component is ensured. The drug is prescribed for coughing of a different nature of occurrence. The medicine is admitted to admission from two years.
Contraindications
The instruction for the use of cough tablets does not allow the appointment of a remedy for respiratory failure, hypersensitivity, as well as for patients with asthmatic status. Caution must be exercised during pregnancy (especially in the first and last trimesters), lactation, in case of a miscarriage.
Adverse reactions
The instruction for the use of cough tablets warns that during therapy, it is likely that an allergy will develop in the form of skin manifestations. Negative consequences include gastrointestinal upset (nausea). With prolonged use, drug dependence on codeine may appear.
Dosage regimen
The drug is taken orally. The instruction recommends giving cough tablets to children strictly in accordance with the doctor’s instructions. The dosage for these patients is set personally. For adults, 1 tablet is recommended no more than three times a day.
additional information
The instruction for the use of cough tablets warns that when the medication is combined with drugs that depress the central nervous system, an increase in the sedative effect, as well as the effect on the respiratory center, is likely. In case of impaired renal activity, an adjustment in the dosage regimen may be required. The instruction for use of cough tablets recommends consulting a doctor before taking the medicine.