Codeine linctus: how to take it safely
Codeine linctus
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
Relieves a dry, irritating cough.
How to take it
- Prescription medicine: take it exactly as your doctor or pharmacist told you.
- Measure the dose with the spoon or cup.
When to take it
Take it 3 to 4 times a day when needed, usually the last dose at bedtime.
Take it with
With or without food.
What to avoid
- Giving it to children under 12.
- Alcohol and sedating medicines.
- Driving or using machines.
- Using it for more than a few days. It can be habit-forming.
Possible side effects
Drowsiness, constipation, nausea, dizziness.
Get help if
Slow breathing, extreme sleepiness or confusion: get emergency help. Cough lasting more than 2 weeks: see a doctor.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.