Corex Syrup

Corex Syrup is a combination medicine, primarily used to treat dry cough. It also alleviates the allergic symptoms including runny nose, sneezing, stuffy nose, congestion, watery eyes, etc.

This medication is composed of Chlorpheniramine and Codeine. It is used for relieving symptoms of sinus pressure and congestion such as runny nose, itching of the throat and nose, and sneezing due to upper respiratory infections, hay fever and allergies.

You are advised to not use this medicine if you are allergic to it. Before using this drug, inform your doctor if you have-

• Breathing problems,
• Glaucoma,
• Heart problems,
• Liver disease,
• High blood pressure,
• Seizures,
• Overactive thyroid,
• Stomach problems or
• Urination problems.

Corex Syrup could be taken with or without food in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. The dose of the medicine may vary depending on the condition and how it will respond to patient.

• Dry Cough

• Allergy

• Asthma

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Headache

• Palpitations

• Constipation

• Light Headedness

• Dizziness

• Sleepiness

• Breathlessness

• Sweating

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Taking this medication with alcohol can lower your blood pressure.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women must consult a doctor before using this medication.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  It is recommended to consult a doctor before using this medication if you are a breastfeeding women.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution to be advised in patients with severely impaired renal function.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Caution must be taken in patient with liver disease. Adjustment of dose is needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Corex Syrup , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Genosedyl Syrup

  Geno Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Ascoril C Syrup

  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

The drug is an opioid analgesic with antitussive properties that works by binding to opioid receptors in the CNS. Specifically, it binds to mu-type, kappa-type and delta-type opioid receptors and inhibits the secretion of neurotransmitters responsible for the transmission of pain stimuli such as GABA, substance P, acetylcholine. Also, it binds to the histamine H1 receptor, which prevents the action from endogenous histamine. Thus alleviates associated symptoms.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  This medication interacts with aripiprazole, linezolid and anxiolytics.

• Interaction with Disease

  This medication interacts with hypothyroidism, hypotension, seizure disorders, arrhythmias and asthma.

• Ques : What is Corex Syrup?

  Ans : Corex Syrup is a medication which has Chlorpheniramine and Codeine as active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by obstructing H1-receptor sites on tissues, broken down by the liver into morphine.

• Ques : What are the uses of Corex Syrup?

  Ans : Corex Syrup is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Common cold, Itchy throat/skin, Cough, Hay fever, Allergy, Watery eyes, etc.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Corex Syrup?

  Ans : Drowsiness, Confusion, Headache, Tiredness, Stomach pain, Difficulty urination, Rash, Nausea and Vomiting, Blurred or double vision, and Dry mouth are possible side-effects.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Corex Syrup?

  Ans : Corex Syrup should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

• Ques : Should I use Corex Syrup empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication’s consumption is not timed according to your meal.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Corex Syrup before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : Generally, the time period to use this medication is around 1 day to 1 week to make an improvement in the condition.

• Ques : Is there any food or drink I need to avoid?

  Ans : There is no specific food product to avoid, under usage of this medication.

• Ques : Will Corex Syrup be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : Please follow the doses of the medication, as prescribed by your doctor.