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Zepdyl is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Zepdyl depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Zepdyl 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
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Is the use of Zepdyl safe for pregnant women?
Zepdyl may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Zepdyl again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Zepdyl safe during breastfeeding?
Zepdyl can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Zepdyl on the Kidneys?
Zepdyl has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zepdyl on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Zepdyl on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Zepdyl on the Heart?
Side effects of Zepdyl rarely affect the heart.
Zepdyl should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zepdyl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zepdyl habit forming or addictive?
Zepdyl can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Zepdyl as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Zepdyl is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Zepdyl in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Zepdyl
Taking Zepdyl with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zepdyl
Taking alcohol with Zepdyl can be dangerous.
Zepdyl is a brand name of codeine and it is available in the form of a capsule, tablets, and suspension. It belongs to the class of drugs known as an opiate (narcotic). Zepdyl is a prescription drug that is used with other combination medications, to reduce cough and severe pain.
Do not take Zepdyl for longer than 1 week without talking to your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, you can use Zepdyl in combination with paracetamol, but you should always take this combination only after consulting your doctor.
Zepdyl works by blocking the receptors which induce pain throughout the body. When Zepdyl is used to reduce coughing, it works by reducing the activity in the part of the brain that causes coughing.
Yes, Zepdyl may cause sexual disorder. It has been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult about it with your doctor.
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