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| U.S. Brand
Names |
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| Phenergan® With Codeine;
Pherazine® With Codeine; Prothazine-DC® |

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| Generic
Available |
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Yes |

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| Synonyms |
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Codeine and Promethazine |

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| Pharmacological Index |
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Antihistamine/Antitussive |

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| Use |
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Temporary relief of coughs and upper respiratory symptoms associated with
allergy or the common cold |

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| Restrictions |
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C-V |

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| Pregnancy Risk
Factor |
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C |

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| Usual Dosage |
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Oral (in terms of codeine):
2-6 years: 1.25-2.5 mL every 4-6 hours or 2.5-5 mg/dose every 4-6 hours as
needed; maximum: 30 mg codeine/day
6-12 years: 2.5-5 mL every 4-6 hours as needed or 5-10 mg/dose every 4-6
hours as needed; maximum: 60 mg codeine/day
Adults: 10-20 mg/dose every 4-6 hours as needed; maximum: 120 mg codeine/day;
or 5-10 mL every 4-6 hours as needed |

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| Dietary
Considerations |
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Increase fluids, fiber intake, and riboflavin in diet |

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| Dental Health: Local
Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor
Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |

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| Dental Health:
Effects on Dental Treatment |
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Although promethazine is a phenothiazine derivative, extrapyramidal reactions
or tardive dyskinesias are not seen with the use of this
drug. |

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| Patient
Information |
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See individual agents. Pregnancy/breast-feeding precautions: Inform
prescriber if you are or intend to get pregnant. Breast-feeding is not
recommended. |

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| Nursing
Implications |
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May cause sedation and drowsiness |

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| Dosage Forms |
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Syrup: Promethazine hydrochloride 6.25 mg and codeine phosphate 10 mg per 5
mL (120 mL, 180 mL, 473 mL) |

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