Description

What is codeine Linctus?

Codeine Linctus is a cough syrup that helps relieve dry, tickly coughs. It reduces the urge to cough, leaving you without the feeling of irritation caused by a persistent cough. Ideal for those who suffer from a dry cough and are looking for an effective solution. Codeine Linctus is also available in a sugar-free syrup.

What is a dry tickly cough?

A dry or tickly cough is a cough that does not contain mucus. The irritation in your airways creates a tickling sensation that makes you want to cough, and this will usually go away within a few weeks. Some of the most common causes of cough include:

Upper respiratory infections, e.g. colds and flu, laryngitis, sinusitis, whooping cough
Lower respiratory tract infections, e.g. bronchitis, pneumonia
Allergies or hay fever
Long-term conditions, e.g. asthma, chronic bronchitis
Inhaling dust or smoke
How will this product help my dry cough?

Codeine Linctus contains 15 mg of the active ingredient codeine phosphate in each dose. Codeine Phosphate 20 mg is a pain reliever that can also relieve dry, tickly coughs by soothing your throat. It works by changing the way your body responds to irritation or itching, reducing the urge to cough and stopping coughing at its source. Stopping the cough gives your throat time to repair itself, helping you lose that cough faster.

Can I take this product while I am pregnant or breastfeeding?

Do not take this product while you are breastfeeding, as the codeine phosphate 20 mg in this product may pass to your baby in your breast milk. You should talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking codeine linctus or any other medicines while you are pregnant or breastfeeding. This will help make sure your medicine is safe for you and your baby.

Can I take this product at the same time as other medications?

Codeine Linctus should not be taken at the same time as other medications, as they may interact. These include:

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), which are antidepressants, e.g. Isocarboxazid (Marplan), Phenelzine (Nardil), Selegiline (Emsam)
CNS depressants, e.g. chlorpromazine, diazepam (Valium)
Anticholinergics, e.g. oxybutynin
Hydroxyzine
Methadone
Levallorphan
Neuromuscular blocking agents, e.g. atracurium
Metoclopramide
mexiletine
Hypnotics and sedatives, e.g. sleeping tablets

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you are taking other medications, to be sure they are safe to take together.

Can I drive after taking this medicine?

Codeine linctus may make you drowsy or drowsy after taking it. You should not try to drive or use machinery or tools until you are sure that you are not affected in this way.

Can I drink alcohol while taking this cough medicine?
You should not drink alcohol while taking codeine linctus, as it may make you more drowsy or drowsy than you would otherwise be.

How to take Codeine Linctus

Take 1 spoonful of 5 ml up to 4 times a day. Leave at least 4 hours between each dose and do not take more than 4 doses in 24 hours. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Elderly or weak patients may need to reduce the dosage.

Can I buy codeine linctus over the counter?

You do not need a prescription for Codeine Linctus. However, your Chemist 4 U pharmacist will ask you to complete a short medical questionnaire before we can take your order.

This includes a few simple questions that all pharmacies are legally required to ask before providing this type of product. This helps our pharmacy team ensure this product is the best choice for you.

Why can I only buy one bottle of Codeine Linctus at a time?

A maximum of one bottle will be provided with each purchase, and multiple purchases made within a short period of time will be rejected.

This is because codeine linctus should only be used for a short time, as taking codeine phosphate 20 mg over a prolonged period can lead to dependence. If you find that you need to use Codeine Linctus for a prolonged period, talk to your doctor for advice.

When should you not use Codeine Linctus?

Codeine Linctus is not suitable for children under 18 years of age. Do not use this product if you are allergic to codeine phosphate 20 mg, morphine, or any of the other ingredients listed. This me