Dihydrocodeine Tartrate (Dihydrocodeine Tartrate)
Overview of Dihydrocodeine Tartrate
Dihydrocodeine is a mild narcotic analgesic and antitussive, also called as drocode. Chemically Dihydrocodeine (Tartrate) is identified as 4, 5a-epoxy-3-methoxy-17-methylmorphinan-6a-ol. Dihydrocodeine (Tartrate) is effective to relieve moderate to severe pain and swelling.
Indication of Dihydrocodeine Tartrate
Dihydrocodeine Tartrate is primarily indicated in conditions like Cough, Diarrhoea, Moderate to severe pain.
Contraindication of Dihydrocodeine Tartrate
Dihydrocodeine (Tartrate) is contraindicated in conditions like Respiratory failure,Bronchospasm,Productive cough,Hepatic failure.
Side Effects of Dihydrocodeine Tartrate
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Dihydrocodeine (Tartrate), which give rise to further complications include Dependence.,Dihydrocodeine (Tartrate) produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Bronchospasm, Bronchospasm. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Dihydrocodeine (Tartrate) therapy.,The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Dihydrocodeine (Tartrate) include Hypotension, Acute renal & hepatic impairment, Unconsciousness, Respiratory depression, Miosis, Respiratory depression, Myoclonic twitching, Hypoventilation, Respiratory depression.,The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Dihydrocodeine (Tartrate) are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Nausea, Vomiting, Constipation, Sedation, Hallucination, Euphoria, dizziness.
Precautions of Dihydrocodeine Tartrate
Dihydrocodeine should be used with caution in patients with diseases of the kidney, liver or heart, asthma or other breathing problems, stomach ulcers, bleeding disorders, high blood pressure, severe diarrhea, drug dependency and of any drug allergy. It should be used with caution while driving or engaging in activities requiring alertness. Limit alcohol consumption because it may add to the dizziness or drowsiness effects of this drug, heavy drinking of alcohol may make stomach and intestines more susceptible to the irritating effects of this medication increasing the risk of stomach or intestinal bleeding. This medication should be used during pregnancy only when clearly needed. This medication is not recommended during lactation.