Coffwin (10/4 mg) Syrup is a combination medicine consists of codeine and chlorpheniramine. It is used for the treatment of a dry cough and to provide relief from symptoms of allergies like a runny nose, congestion, cold, throat irritation, watery eyes, and redness of the nose. Coffwin (10/4 mg) Syrup works by reduces the activity of the cough centre in the brain and by stopping the effects of histamine that causes allergic symptoms. Coffwin (10/4 mg) Syrup show some side effects such as drowsiness, constipation, sweating, shortness of breath, dizziness, nausea and vomiting. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or bother you. Do not drive a vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine as it can cause drowsiness and dizziness. Avoid using this syrup if you are previously allergic to it.
Pregnancy Interaction: Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Coffwin 4mg/10mg Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Take it with food if stomach upset occurs.
Prescription: Yes
Food Interaction: Nausea, Vomiting, Constipation, Sleepiness, Lightheadedness, Dizziness, Shortness of breath, Sweating.
Breast Feeding Interaction: Coffwin 4mg/10mg Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Chlorpheniramine and Codeine which relieve dry cough. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic. It blocks the action of a chemical messenger (histamine) which may trigger cough due to allergy. Codeine is a cough suppressant. It suppresses cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain.