Glycodin Syrup

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Glycodin Syrup is used to treat dry cough. It works by reducing the activity of cough center in the brain. It provides a sensation of coolness and relieves minor throat irritation. It also decreases the stickiness of airway secretions and helps in their removal from the airways.

Glycodin Syrup is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. It is better to take it with food to avoid stomach upset. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, and rash, and confusion. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make dizziness worse.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. Keep it out of reach of children. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any lung, liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

USES OF GLYCODIN SYRUP
Dry cough
BENEFITS OF GLYCODIN SYRUP
In Dry cough
A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. It may cause a tickling sensation or itching in the throat and may be due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. Glycodin Syrup suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. Along with taking Glycodin Syrup, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.

SIDE EFFECTS OF GLYCODIN SYRUP
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Glycodin
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Upset stomach
Dizziness
Rash
Confusion

HOW TO USE GLYCODIN SYRUP
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Glycodin Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW GLYCODIN SYRUP WORKS
Glycodin Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Dextromethorphan, menthol and terpin hydrate which relieve dry cough. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant that relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain. Menthol is an organic compound which produces a sensation of coolness and relieves minor throat irritation. Terpin hydrate is an expectorant which works by decreasing the stickiness of airway secretions and helps in their removal from the airways.