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Pholcodine is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Pholcodine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Pholcodine is used to treat the following -
Main 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pholcodine is used -
Moderate
Common
Is the use of Pholcodine safe for pregnant women?
Pholcodine can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Pholcodine right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Pholcodine safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Pholcodine. If you see any side effects, stop taking Pholcodine immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Pholcodine again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pholcodine on the Kidneys?
Pholcodine rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pholcodine on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Pholcodine on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Pholcodine on the Heart?
Pholcodine may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Pholcodine 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 Pholcodine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pholcodine habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Pholcodine can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pholcodine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Pholcodine can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Pholcodine is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Pholcodine is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pholcodine
It is safe to take Pholcodine with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pholcodine
Consumption of alcohol and Pholcodine together may have severe effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience