Kodelak: instructions

The drug "Kodelak" (the instruction contains such information) includes sodium bicarbonate -200 mg, licorice root (powder) - 200 mg, thermpsys lancet (powder) -20 mg and 8 mg codeine. Auxiliary substances - talc, potato starch and microcrystalline cellulose.

Kodelak is a drug of combined action, Each substance that enters into its composition, produces its therapeutic effect.

So, sodium hydrogencarbonate changes the pH of mucus in the bronchi to the alkaline side, and to some extent activates the motor function of the ciliated epithelium.

Powder from the licorice root stimulates the activity of the ciliary epithelium in the bronchi and trachea, which, in turn, facilitates expectoration. In addition, this ingredient enhances the secretory function of the mucosa of the upper respiratory tract. Flavon compounds, which are part of it, have an antispasmodic effect on smooth muscles.

Lancetic thermopsis also increases the activity of the ciliary epithelium. In addition, the isoquinoline alkaloids that form part of it act on the respiratory center and stimulate the vomiting reflex.

Codeine affects the cough center and reduces its excitability. The drug "Kodelak" (the instruction emphasizes this) has a pronounced antitussive effect. With prolonged use in an amount exceeding the recommended dosage, it can cause dependence.

Take the medicine "Kodelak" (the instruction clearly says this) inside by one tablet three times a day, washed down with water. The therapeutic effect occurs in half an hour-hour after taking and remains from 2 to 6 hours.

The drug is indicated for cough of various etiologies. It facilitates expectoration and sputum excretion and reduces coughing.

If a kodelak is prescribed, the instruction should be carefully studied before taking it, because this drug has contraindications. It can not be used in the treatment of young children under two years old, as well as people with high sensitivity to the components of the drug.

Did the doctor give you the code? The instruction warns about possible side effects of the medicine. So, the codeine, included in its composition, at exceeding the recommended doses worsens the intestinal peristalsis, which, in turn, can lead to constipation. Therefore, with the appointment of the drug, the doctor will point out to you this possible manifestation, in the event of which it is necessary to stop taking the kodelak.

When overdosed, it causes nausea and vomiting. In large quantities, depressing breathing, can cause drowsiness and headache.

Keep this medicine in a dark, dry place, out of reach of children, at a temperature not exceeding 25 degrees.

Shelf life from the date of manufacture - four years.

In addition to the preparation "Kodelak", the producers produce the medication "Kodelak bronho", which differs in its composition and properties and is available both in the form of tablets and in syrup.

"Kodelak broncho, syrup": instruction

The composition includes sodium hydrogencarbonate, sodium glycyrrhizinate, ambroxol hydrochloride and powder of thermopsis.

The drug increases the volume of sputum and reduces its viscosity, facilitates expectoration. Glycerrisinate, which is a part of, reduces inflammatory processes in the bronchi, because it has antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties.

Codelac bronchus in tablets can take one tablet three times a day for adults and adolescents over twelve.

If you are prescribed "Codelac bronchus", the instruction has information about contraindications, so read it carefully.

Patients suffering from gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer, liver or kidney failure, bronchial asthma, should take the drug with caution. Women in the period of breastfeeding and during pregnancy, adolescents under the age of twelve and people who are hypersensitive to the components, the drug "Codelac bronchus" is contraindicated.

Indications for the use of the medication "Kodelak bronho" are chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, bronchoectatic disease, bronchitis (acute and chronic), pneumonia.