Coscopin Paediatric Suspension 50ml
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Introduction About COSCOPIN PAEDIATRIC SUSPENSION
COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) is a cough suppressant used in children (aged <1 year – 12 years) to provide relief from repeated uncontrollable cough associated with common cold and mucus.
It contains a combination of noscapine, sodium citrate and ammonium chloride which works by suppressing the cough centres of the nervous system (medulla oblongata) and facilitates the expulsion of accumulated mucus (phlegm) from the airways.
Administer COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) to your child as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Measure the required quantity of the medicine in the measuring cup provided with the package and make your child drink it immediately. If there is no improvement in the symptoms even after using this medicine for more than 7 days, consult your doctor for advice.
Before administering COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) to your child inform your doctor if your child has porphyria or any other pre-existing medical condition. The most common side effects of using COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) are dizziness and drowsiness. Consult your doctor if it troubles your child.
Uses Of COSCOPIN PAEDIATRIC SUSPENSION
- Cough Suppression in children
How COSCOPIN PAEDIATRIC SUSPENSION Works
COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) contains a combination of three medicines, namely noscapine, sodium citrate and ammonium chloride. Noscapine is a non-sedating opioid medicine that suppress cough by blocking the cough centres in the medulla oblongata.
Sodium Citrate and Ammonium chloride are expectorants. They facilitate the expulsion of phlegm (cold/mucus) from the respiratory tract which clears airway congestion. Together they provide relief from repeated, tickling cough associated with mucus.
How to use COSCOPIN PAEDIATRIC SUSPENSION
Administer COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) to your child as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Measure the required quantity of the medicine in the measuring cup provided with the package and make your child drink it immediately.
Your doctor will decide the correct duration of therapy of this medicine based on your child’s age, body weight and health condition.
Side Effects Of COSCOPIN PAEDIATRIC SUSPENSION
Common
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
Rare
- Stomach pain
- Chest Pain
- Headache
Stop administering COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) to your child and consult your doctor immediately if your child experiences:
- severe allergic reaction
How To Manage Side Effects
Dizziness Or Drowsiness
To manage drowsiness, adjusting the timing or dosage under medical guidance may help. Make your child rest enough during the daytime. Refrain them from playing outdoors or riding bikes as a safety measure. Always consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice tailored to your child’s specific situation.
Warning & Precautions
Driving and Using Machines
Use with CautionCOSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Therefore, refrain your child from riding bicycle or playing outdoors until the effects of this medicine wears off completely.
Allergy
ContraindicatedDo not administer COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) to your child if your child is allergic to Noscapine, Sodium citrate or Ammonium chloride.
Others
Before administering COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) to your child, inform your doctor if you child has porphyria (a rare inherited blood disorder).
Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions:
- Vitamin K antagonists
- Phenytoin (an anti-epileptics)
- Immunosuppressants (such as tacrolimus, cyclosporine).
- Alcohol based syrups
- Central depressants
Drug-Food Interactions:
No Interactions with food
Overdosage:
If your child accidentally took too much of COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics), consult your doctor immediately. Symptoms of overdosage might include agitation, anxiety, skin rashes, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, bronchoconstriction, dyspnea, flushing, tachycardia, hypotension, convulsions or respiratory depression.
Synopsis
| Drug | : | Noscapine, Sodium Citrate, Ammonium chloride |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Non-sedating isoquinoline alkaloid, Mucolytic agents, Expectorants |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Cough Suppressant |
| Dosage Forms | : | Syrup, Oral Suspension |
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Storage
- Keep COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) out of reach of children
- Store COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) in a dark place of temperature not exceeding 30?
FAQs About COSCOPIN PAEDIATRIC SUSPENSION
Q: What is COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) used for?
A: COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) is a cough suppressant used in children (aged <1 year – 12 years) to provide relief from repeated uncontrollable cough associated with common cold and mucus.
Q: How COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) works for cough?
A: COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) contains a combination of noscapine, sodium citrate and ammonium chloride which works by suppressing the cough centres of the nervous system (medulla oblongata) and facilitates the expulsion of accumulated mucus (phlegm) from the airways.
Q: Can COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) be used in children?
A: Yes. COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) is exclusively for use in children (aged <1 year – 12 years) to provide relief from repeated uncontrollable cough associated with common cold and mucus.
Q: Can COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) be used in adults?
A: COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) is not suitable for use in adults. If you wish to use this medicine, check with your doctor. Your doctor may suggest a suitable higher dosage.
Q: How long does it take for COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) to reduce cough?
A: COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) would suppress cough within 7 days of therapy. If there is no improvement in the symptoms even after using this medicine for more than 7 days, consult your doctor for advice.
Q: Can COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) manage sore throat?
A: COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) may not be effective for managing sore throat. It contains combination of noscapine, sodium citrate and ammonium chloride. Noscapine is a cough suppressant and sodium citrate, and ammonium chloride are expectorants. They can only eliminate accumulated mucus from the airways along with cough suppression.
Q: Is COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) addictive?
A: COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) contains a combination of noscapine, sodium citrate and ammonium chloride. Studies have stated that Noscapine is a non-addictive opioid, therefore it will not cause any addiction while usage. Ammonium chloride and sodium citrate are non-addictive in nature. Hence, COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) does not has any addiction potential.
Q: Is COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) safe?
A: COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) is safe at doses suggested by physicians. It may cause mild dizziness and drowsiness which is self-manageable.
Q: How long COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) can be used?
A: Do not use COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) for more than 7 days without consulting your doctor.
Q: How to take COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics)?
A: Administer COSCOPIN Suspension (Pediatrics) to your child as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Measure the required quantity of the medicine in the measuring cup provided with the package and make your child drink it immediately.
References
- Goodman & Gillman’s: The Pharmacological Basics of Therapeutics. 12th Edition. Opioids, Analgesia and Pain management. Page – 513.
- Bisolnex Stroop, 1 mg/ml. Noscapine. Patient Information Leaflet. [Revised in October 2021]. [Accessed on 13th May 2024]. https://www.geneesmiddeleninformatiebank.nl/bijsluiters/h102472.pdf
- Pharmacotherapeutic Compass. Noscapine Syrup 1mg/ml. [Accessed on 13th May 2024]. https://www.farmacotherapeutischkompas.nl/bladeren/preparaatteksten/n/noscapine
- Ammonium Chloride. DrugBank. Associated Conditions [Accessed on 13th May 2024]. https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB06767
- Sodium Citrate. DrugBank. Associated Conditions [Accessed on 13th May 2024]. https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB09154
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