For Cough

EPC Cough Syrup


Indications

Relief the symptoms (e.g. unproductive cough, sneezing, nasal congestion and runny nose) of common cold, influenza and similar upper respiratory tract infection.


Packaging
120ml
Active Ingredients
Each 5ml contains:
Promethazine HCl 2mg
Codeine Phosphate 4.5mg
Ephedrine HCl 4mg
Usage
Adult: 2-4 teaspoonfuls (10-20ml), every six hours.
Children (above 12 years old): 2-4 teaspoonfuls (10-20ml), every six hours or as directed by physician.

(i) Codeine is contraindicated for all children younger
than 12 years of age.
(ii) Codeine should only be used to treat acute moderate pain in children above 12 years of age, and only if it cannot be relieved by other painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen.
(iii) Codeine is contraindicated for post-operative management in children younger than 18 years of age following tonsillectomy and/or adenoidectomy.
(iv) Avoid the use of codeine in adolescents 12 to 18 years of age who have other risk factors that may increase their sensitivity to the respiratory depressant effects of codeine unless the benefits outweigh the risks. Risk factors include conditions associated with
hypoventilation, such as postoperative status, obstructive sleep apnea, obesity, severe pulmonary disease, neuromuscular
disease, and concomitant use of other medications that cause respiratory depression.
(v) Codeine should not be used in people of any age who are known to be ultra-rapid metabolisers. Because of the potential for serious adverse reaction, including excess sedation, respiratory depression, and death in a breastfed infant, breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with codeine.

-This may cause drowsiness. If affected, do not drive or operate machinery.

-Drug Under Supervised Sales

-It is dangerous to exceed the stated dose.

-STORE AT OR BELOW 25°C

HK-60914

Category: Part 1 Poison & Part II & III Dangerous Drugs

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