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Pronunciation:

(brome oh dye fen HYE dra meen & KOE deen)

Synonyms:

Codeine and Bromodiphenhydramine

Generic Available:

Yes

Use:

Relief of upper respiratory symptoms and cough associated with allergies or common cold

Restrictions:

C-V

Pregnancy Risk Factor:

Dosage:

Oral: Adults: 5-10 mL every 4-6 hours

Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment:

Key adverse event(s) related to dental treatment: Bromodiphenhydramine: Xerostomia (normal salivary flow resumes upon discontinuation).

Dental Health: Vasoconstrictor/Local Anesthetic Precautions:

No information available to require special precautions

Mental Health: Effects on Mental Status:

May cause sedation, dizziness, confusion, nervousness, insomnia, euphoria, paradoxical excitement, hallucinations, or depression

Mental Health: Effects on Psychiatric Treatment:

Concomitant use with psychotropic agents may produce additive anticholinergic and sedative effects. Conversely, effects of cholinergic agonists will be mitigated with concomitant use.

Dosage Forms:

Liquid: Bromodiphenhydramine hydrochloride 12.5 mg and codeine phosphate 10 mg per 5 mL (480 mL) [contains alcohol 6%; cherry flavor]

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