Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml

Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml belongs to a class of medication called ‘cough and cold preparations’ primarily used to treat dry cough associated with a common cold or upper respiratory allergies. Coughing (dry or productive) is the body’s way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus, or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. There are two types of coughs: Dry cough and chesty cough. A dry cough is tickly and doesn't produce any vicious or thick mucus, while a chesty cough (wet cough) means mucous or sputum is produced to help clear your airways. 

Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml is a combination of two drugs: Codeine (cough suppressant) and Triprolidine(antihistamine). Codeine belongs to the class of cough suppressants that blocks the μ-opioid receptor in the brain that produces cough, thereby decreasing the urge to cough. Triprolidine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. 

Take Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml as prescribed by your doctor. Take Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain side effects, including drowsiness, dry mouth, vomiting, blurred vision, constipation, dizziness, or tiredness. Most of these side effects of Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml or any other medicines. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml to loosen mucus and protect yourself from being dehydrated or overheated during exercise. In hot weather, as Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml contains Triprolidine, it decreases sweating and increases heatstroke risk. Do not take Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as it may cause adverse effects on the baby. Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. Do not take Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication like Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline, and Tranylcypromine) in the last 14 days, as it may cause life-threatening drug interaction. Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml is a habit-forming drug, and hence there is a risk of dependence on Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml. So, before stopping Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml, contact a doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, increased heart rate, tremors, or general unwell feelings.

Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml is a combination of two drugs: Triprolidine and Codeine. Triprolidine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps provide relief from allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness. Codeine belongs to the class of narcotic cough suppressants that block the μ-opioid receptor in the brain that produces cough, thereby decreasing the urge to cough. Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml is used to treat cough associated with a common cold or upper respiratory allergies.

• Dizziness/Drowsiness
• Mood changes
• Tiredness/weakness
• Nausea and Vomiting
• Increased heartbeat
• Loss of appetite
• Headache
• Blurred vision
• Dry mouth
• Constipation
• Urinary retention
• Coordination problems

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml or any other medicines. Do not take Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml for a prolonged time, Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml contains codeine that may lead to mental or physical dependence on Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml. Do not take Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as it may cause adverse effects on the baby. Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, as a dangerous drug interaction could occur. Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml should be taken with extreme caution in patients who have a history of alcoholism or drug abuse. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml to loosen mucus and protect yourself from being dehydrated or overheated during exercise. In hot weather, as Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml contains Triprolidine, it decreases sweating and increases heatstroke risk. If you have high blood pressure, fits, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), chronic bronchitis, asthma, cough with mucus, cough caused by smoking, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), blockage in stomach or intestines, kidney, liver, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml may have interaction with anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine, cetirizine, brompheniramine, diphenhydramine, fexofenadine), cough suppressants (dextromethorphan), antidepressants (duloxetine, sertraline, paroxetine, fluvoxamine, trazodone), narcotic analgesics (hydrocodone, bupropion, morphine, oxycodone) and antianxiety drug (alprazolam, diazepam, lorazepam, oxazepam, temazepam), fits related drugs (phenytoin, clonazepam, carbamazepine).

Drug-Food Interaction: Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml may interact with alcohol. Therefore, avoid alcohol consumption with Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml as it may increase the risk of fatal side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, slow breathing, or death.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have chronic bronchitis, asthma, cough with mucus, cough caused by smoking, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), drug dependence, high blood pressure, fits, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), blockage in stomach or intestines, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), enlarged prostate, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml.

• FEXOFENADINE
• DEXTROMETHORPHAN
• DIPHENHYDRAMINE
• BROMPHENIRAMINE
• CETIRIZINE
• DULOXETINE
• SERTRALINE
• PAROXETINE
• CARBAMAZEPINE
• PHENYTOIN
• CLONAZEPAM
• NITRAZEPAM
• LORAZEPAM
• FLUVOXAMINE
• ALPRAZOLAM
• DIAZEPAM
• OXYCODONE

• Avoid dairy products such as milk as they may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods to have relief from cough. Instead, replace baked foods, fried foods, white bread, white pasta, French fries, sugary desserts, and chips with green leafy vegetables.
• Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dry throat while you cough and loosen mucus.
• Avoid citrus fruits as they may worsen the cough. Eat fruits rich in water content, such as pears, watermelon, peaches, and pineapples.

• Do not take Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml for a prolonged time as it may lead to mental or physical dependence on Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml.
• To avoid getting addicted to this drug, take it in prescribed quantities and as directed by your doctor. Do not self-medicate.
• Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml causes drowsiness. Avoid doing activities that require your complete focus and attention, like driving when on this drug.
• An abrupt stoppage of Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml can lead to significant withdrawal symptoms. Always discuss with your doctor about decreasing the dosage before completely stopping its usage.
• Avoid consuming alcohol while on this medication, as it can lead to dangerous side effects.
• Dicodyl-T Syrup 100 ml is unsafe for usage if you're pregnant or plan to get pregnant and breastfeed. Discuss with your doctor in such situations about changing/replacing the medicine with safer alternatives.

Cough: Coughing is the body’s way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus, or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. Coughs may be dry or productive. A productive cough (wet cough) brings sputum (phlegm, mucus, and other matter) from the lungs. Cough is commonly caused as a response to allergy or viral infection but coughing up mucus is possibly an indication of infection in the respiratory tract. If you are coughing thick, solid white mucus, it indicates you may have a bacterial infection in the airways. If the mucus is clear or light-coloured, it indicates you may have allergies or minor infections in the respiratory tract, and yellow or green mucus indicates a respiratory infection.