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Indication And Uses
Cocorex is used to relieve mild to moderate pain. It is also used,
usually in combination with other medications, to reduce coughing.
Combination products that contain Cocorex and promethazine should
not be used in children younger than 16 years of age. Cocorex will
help relieve symptoms but will not treat the cause of symptoms or
speed recovery. Cocorex belongs to a class of medications called
opiate (narcotic) analgesics and to a class of medications called antitussives. When
Cocorex is used to treat pain, it works by
changing the way the body senses pain. When Cocorex is used to
reduce coughing, it works by decreasing the activity in the part
of the brain that causes coughing.

Cocorex is also available in combination with acetaminophen
(Capital and Cocorex, Tylenol with Cocorex); aspirin; and in many
cough and cold medications. This monograph only includes
information about the use of Cocorex. If you are taking a Cocorex
combination product, be sure to read information about all the
ingredients in the product you are taking and ask your doctor or
pharmacist for more information.
Dosage
Cocorex (alone or in combination with other medications) comes as
a tablet, a capsule, and a solution (liquid) to take by mouth. It
is usually taken every 4 to 6 hours as needed. Follow the
directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your
doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand.
Take Cocorex exactly as directed.
Cocorex can be habit-forming. Do not take a larger dose, take it
more often, or take it for a longer period of time than prescribed
by your doctor.
Shake the solution well before each use to mix the medication
evenly. Do not use a household spoon to measure your dose. Use the
measuring cup or spoon that came with the medication or use a
spoon that is made especially for measuring medication.
Cocorex may cause side effects
* dizziness
* lightheadedness
* headache
* drowsiness
* mood changes
* nausea
* vomiting
* constipation
* stomach pain
* difficulty urinating
Some side effects can be serious
* difficulty breathing or swallowing
* fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat
* rash
* itching
* hives
* changes in vision
* seizures
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