Pregnancy Interaction

• Glycodin Syrup is usually seen to be safe to use during pregnancy as long as the right amounts are used.
• But it should only be used with a doctor's supervision, especially in the first trimester, because there isn't much information about how it affects people.
• Studies on animals have not demonstrated that the fetus is harmed.
• Small amounts may go into breast milk when breastfeeding. Only use if your doctor says it's okay, as it may make the baby sleepy.
• Overall: Be careful while using during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and only do so when the benefits are greater than the hazards.

Faq For Medicine

Q1. What does Glycodin Syrup do?

It is used to stop dry (non-productive) coughs caused by the common cold, flu, or throat irritation.

Q2. Is it safe for me to take Glycodin Syrup while I'm pregnant?

Yes, but only if your doctor tells you to. Don't take medicine on your own throughout the first trimester.

Q3: Does Glycodin Syrup make you sleepy?

It doesn't make most people sleepy, although some people may feel a little dizzy or sleepy.

Q4: Is it okay to take it with other cold medicines?

Don't take it with other cough or cold medicines unless your doctor tells you to, as this could make adverse effects worse.

Q5. Is Glycodin Syrup a drug that people get hooked on?

It doesn't make you dependent when you take it as recommended, but taking too much or using it wrong can make you dependent or create hallucinations.

Expert Advice

• Only use it for a limited time, usually no more than seven days.
• Don't use for a cough that won't go away because of smoking, asthma, or chronic lung illness unless your doctor tells you to.
• Don't drink alcohol or take sedatives because they can make you more tired or confused.
• If your cough lasts more than a week or is accompanied by a fever or chest pain, you should see a doctor.
• Keep it below 25°C, away from moisture, and out of direct sunshine.
• Don't let kids get to it.

 Side Effects

• Some common side effects are:
• A little bit of dizziness or sleepiness
• Feeling sick or having an upset stomach
• Mouth or throat that is dry
• Tiredness
• Side effects that are really bad (rare):
• Being confused or nervous
• Breathing problems
• Allergic reactions include a rash, itching, and swelling.
• Hallucinations (most of the time because of too much or wrong use)
• If you feel very sleepy, have an irregular heartbeat, or see things that aren't there, see a doctor.

 How It Works

• Glycodin Syrup is an antitussive, which means it stops coughing.
• It works on the cough center in the brain (medulla oblongata) to make the cough reflex less frequent and less strong.
• When used correctly, it doesn't make you sleepy or dependent like codeine does.
• So, it helps with a dry, annoying cough without making it hard to breathe or getting you hooked on it at typical doses.

Medicine Interaction

• Tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following:
• MAO inhibitors (such selegiline, isocarboxazid, and linezolid) can cause significant problems including high blood pressure or serotonin syndrome.
• SSRIs and antidepressants (such fluoxetine and sertraline) can cause serotonin syndrome.
• Alcohol, sedatives, or antihistamines can make you sleepier.
• Other cough and cold medicines—taking too much of the same chemicals might lead to an overdose.
• Don't take it for 14 days after starting MAO inhibitor medication.

 How to Use

• Take the dose precisely as indicated on the label or as your doctor says.
• You can take it with or without food every 4 to 6 hours.
• Take tablets or capsules with water. If you are using syrup, use an appropriate measuring spoon to get the right amount.
• Do not take more than the suggested dose.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it when you remember, but skip it if it's almost time for the next one. Do not take twice the amount.

 Uses / Indications

• Glycodin Syrup is used to help with:
• Coughing that is dry and not productive because of a cold, flu, or sore throat
• Cough caused by allergies or a virus
• Cough that comes with a slight throat infection
• Cough that hurts because of being around dust or smoke
• It helps lessen coughing episodes, giving you respite from symptoms and comfort without making it harder to breathe.