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Cozymin Syrup is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Common Cold, Fever are some of its major therapeutic uses. Cozymin Syrup also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cozymin Syrup. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Cozymin Syrup include Stomach Upset, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Normally, these side effects of Cozymin Syrup are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Cozymin Syrup's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cozymin Syrup has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cozymin Syrup related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cozymin Syrup contraindications section.
Additionally, Cozymin Syrup may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cozymin Syrup, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cozymin Syrup is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Cozymin Syrup safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Cozymin will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Cozymin Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Cozymin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cozymin Syrup on the Kidneys?
Cozymin is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Cozymin Syrup on the Liver?
Cozymin can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Cozymin Syrup on the Heart?
Cozymin is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cozymin Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cozymin Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Cozymin Syrup is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cozymin Syrup as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cozymin Syrup only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cozymin Syrup is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cozymin Syrup
You can take Cozymin Syrup with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cozymin Syrup
Taking alcohol with Cozymin Syrup can be dangerous.
As we know Cozymin is most widely used 'over-the-counter' analgesic/antipyretic medicine. However, paracetamol overdose can cause serious adverse effects on the liver, it may be fatal. But fortunately, there is an antidote, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) given within 8 hours of Cozymin ingestion which usually can prevent all serious side effects of Cozymin poisoning. However, do not take NAC without consulting a doctor as your doctor will tell you the right way and methods to help you relieve from this drug poisoning.
You should take the minimum effective dose of Cozymin that reduces body pain and fever. It should be used for the shortest time period till you get relief. Take it as per doctor's advice do not exceed dosage. Ideally, 1 or 2 tablets (500 mg) every four to six hours can be safely taken, do not take more than four doses in 24 hours. Please note paracetamol 500 mg tablet should not be given to children below 10 years until and unless prescribed by a child specialist.
Cozymin is being used by pregnant women for many years without any evident harmful effects on the baby. That's why it is usually recommended as the first-line painkiller for pregnant women. But it is not possible to say that this medicine is completely safe to use in pregnancy. You are highly recommended to check with your doctor/gynaecologist before taking any medicine even [medicine] during pregnancy.
Cozymin is not recommended for back pain. However, It can be taken along with a painkiller for the treatment of back pain.
Cozymin is primarily not used to treat a common cold and sore throat. It can only relieve cold-related symptoms such as a fever, headache, earache, and aching joints. It doesn't help in relieving cough or stuffy nose.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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