Actifed CC Dry Cough



 
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Actifed CC Dry Cough - Basic Information

 

Indication of Actifed CC Dry Cough:

Used for symptom relief in non-productive cough Not to be used in asthma, COPD or respiratory failure

Action of Actifed CC Dry Cough:

Acts by suppressing the cough center in the brain

Dose Advice of Actifed CC Dry Cough:

Oral liquid, 1mg/mL, 100 & 200mL Adult: -15-30mg 3-4 times daily Child: -2-5 years: 3mg, 3-4 times daily ->5 years: 7.5-15mg, 3-4 times daily -Not to be used in children < 2years Pregnancy: -Safe to use. ADEC category A Lactation: -No data available but should be safe to use

Schedule of Actifed CC Dry Cough:

Schedule 2

Common side effects of Actifed CC Dry Cough:

Drowsiness Constipation Nausea Vomiting Drug Interactions: Alcohol- increased drowsiness; avoid combined use CNS depressants- increased respiratory depression; avoid concurrent use

Uncommon side effects of Actifed CC Dry Cough:

Respiratory depression (rare)

Diseases treated by Actifed CC Dry Cough:

Common Cold