Phenergan-Codeine (Codeine Phosphate and Promethazine HCl) Drug Information: Description, User Reviews, Drug Side Effects, Interactions

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February 8, 2012

Phenergan-Codeine

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Allergy facts

Allergy involves an exaggerated response of the immune system.
The immune system is the body's organized defense mechanism against foreign invaders, particularly infections.
Allergens are substances that are foreign to the body and can cause an allergic reaction.
IgE is the allergy antibody.
Allergies can develop at any age.
Your risk of developing allergies is related to your parents' allergy history.

Introduction

In this review you will learn how allergy relates to the immune system. You will begin understanding how and why certain people become allergic. The most common allergic diseases are discussed briefly in this article.

What does an allergy mean?

An allergy refers to an exaggerated reaction by our immune system in response to bodily contact with certain foreign substances. It is exaggerated because these f...

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Please Note: This Brand Name drug is no longer available in the US.
(Generic versions may still be available.)

DRUG DESCRIPTION

FOR COMPLETE PRESCRIBING INFORMATION, REFER TO THE INDIVIDUAL DRUG MONOGRAPHS CODEINE PHOSPHATE; PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE.

What are the possible side effects of codeine and promethazine (Codeine Phosphate-Promethazine HCl, Promethazine HCl and Codeine Phosphate, Promethazine with Codeine)?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

restless muscle movements in your eyes, tongue, jaw, or neck, tremor (uncontrolled shaking);
shallow breathing, slow heartbeat;
feeling...

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What are the precautions when taking codeine phosphate and promethazine hcl (Phenergan-Codeine)?

See also Warning section.

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to any of its ingredients; or to narcotic pain relievers (e.g., morphine); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: abdominal problems (e.g., chronic constipation, ileus, pancreatitis), adrenal gland problem (e.g., Addison's disease), blood/immune system problems (e.g., bone marrow depression), brain disorders (e.g., seizures, head injury, tumor, increased intracranial pressure), breathing problems (e.g., asthma, emphysema), diabetes,...

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Last reviewed on RxList: 12/8/2004
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.