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Phenergan-Codeine Patient Information Including Side Effects

Brand Names: Codeine Phosphate-Promethazine HCl, Promethazine HCl and Codeine Phosphate, Promethazine with Codeine

Generic Name: codeine and promethazine (Pronunciation: KOE deen and proe METH a zeen)

What is codeine and promethazine (Phenergan-Codeine)?

Codeine is a narcotic. It is a pain reliever and a cough suppressant.

Promethazine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in your body.

The combination of codeine and promethazine is used to treat cold or allergy symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, and cough.

Codeine and promethazine may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What are the possible side effects of codeine and promethazine (Phenergan-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 like you might pass out;
jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
confusion, agitation, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior;
seizure (convulsions);
urinating less than usual or not at all; or
fever, stiff muscles, confusion, sweating, fast or uneven heartbeats, rapid breathing.

Less serious side effects may include:

dizziness, drowsiness, sleepiness;
feeling restless, nervous, or anxious;
blurred vision, ringing in your ears;
constipation, mild nausea or vomiting;
warmth, redness, or tingly feeling under your skin;
sleep problems (insomnia);
increased sweating;
dry mouth; or
mild skin rash.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about codeine and promethazine (Phenergan-Codeine)?

Tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions before you start taking this medication.

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to codeine or promethazine, or if you have asthma or other lung disease.

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

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.

Codeine and promethazine should not be given to a child without the advice of a doctor.

There are many other medicines that can cause interact with promethazine. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor. Keep a list with you of all the medicines you use and show this list to any doctor or other healthcare provider who treats you.

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