Phenergan-Codeine (Codeine Phosphate and Promethazine HCl) Patient Information: How Should I Take the Drug at RxList

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Phenergan-Codeine Patient Information including How Should I Take

What should I discuss with my doctor before taking codeine and promethazine (Phenergan-Codeine)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to codeine or promethazine, or if you have high blood pressure, a blood vessel disorder, or asthma.

Do not give this medication to a child younger than 6 years old.

If you have any of these other conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take this medication:

epilepsy or other seizure disorder;
asthma, COPD, sleep apnea, or other breathing disorders;
glaucoma;
a stomach ulcer or digestive obstruction;
a weak immune system;
Addison's disease;
enlarged prostate, urination problems;
high or low blood pressure or heart disease;
liver or kidney disease;
underactive thyroid;
gallbladder disease; or
a head injury or brain tumor.

Codeine may be habit-forming and should be used only by the person it was prescribed for. Codeine and promethazine should never be given to another person, especially someone who has a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep the medication in a secure place where others cannot get to it.

FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. It could also cause addiction or withdrawal symptoms in a newborn if the mother takes codeine and promethazine during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

Codeine can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. The use of codeine by some nursing mothers may lead to life-threatening side effects in the baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take codeine and promethazine (Phenergan-Codeine)?

Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

Contact your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within a few days of using codeine and promethazine.

Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

Keep track of how much of this medicine has been used. Codeine is a drug of abuse and you should be aware if any person in the household is using this medicine improperly or without a prescription.

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