How is Promethazine and Codeine Oral Route dosed?
The dosage forms of promethazine and codeine oral route are solution and syrup.
How is Promethazine and Codeine Oral Route administered?
Promethazine and codeine oral route is administered orally, either by drinking the syrup or solution, as directed by a healthcare professional or as prescribed on the label.
What are common precautions when taking Promethazine and Codeine Oral Route?
Common precautions when taking promethazine and codeine oral route include:
- Allergies: Inform your doctor if you have had any unusual or allergic reactions to this medicine or any other medications. Also, mention other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals.
- Pediatric use: The use of promethazine and codeine combination is not recommended for children younger than 6 years old for syrup or younger than 12 years old for oral solution due to the increased risk of respiratory depression.
- Post-surgery pain relief: This medication should not be used to relieve pain after surgery to remove tonsils or adenoids in any children. Severe breathing problems and deaths have been reported in some children who received codeine after these surgeries.
- Geriatric use: Elderly patients are more likely to experience unwanted effects, such as confusion, drowsiness, and age-related liver, kidney, or heart problems. This may require caution and an adjustment in the dose for patients receiving this medicine.
- Breastfeeding: Studies have shown harmful infant effects. An alternative to this medication should be prescribed, or you should stop breastfeeding while using this medicine.
- Drug interactions: Inform your doctor about any other medications you are taking, as they may interact with promethazine and codeine oral route, causing side effects or changing how the medications work.
Always follow your doctor's instructions and be aware of any potential side effects. If you experience any unusual symptoms, contact your healthcare professional immediately.