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Chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone for Cough User Reviews (Page 3)

Brand names: Tussionex Pennkinetic, Hydrocodone GF, HyTan TussiCaps

Chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone has an average rating of 9.4 out of 10 from a total of 103 reviews for the treatment of Cough. 95% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 3% reported a negative experience.

Reviews for Chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone

  • Pookie
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • January 15, 2020

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "After my stubborn attempt to rid an upper respiratory cold without a doctors help, and trying OTC Guafen, mucolytics, dexbrompheniramine for cough suppression, and staying well rested and hydrated, at days 10-13 I realized I needed help as I hardly slept for two days with an incessant post nasal drip caused cough. An urgent care doc confirmed no pneumonia, no sinus infection yet to handle the cough, lingering inflammation and likely bacterial symptoms (yellow and brown sputum), prescribed an albuterol inhaler, zithromycin and Tussionex. Smart cocktail to handle all. I’ve slept great for the past two days because the Tussionex has kept my cough at bay and I’m turning the corner for the better."

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  • jonibee
  • April 18, 2009

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "I have mild asthma and allergies. My Azmacort inhaler is not enough at times, and the Tussionix gives me complete relief from the nagging cough that I find so exasperating! I only use it once a day (and not every day) during allergy season. It's made my life much more comfortable during allergy season. Absolutely no side effects when taken once a day as I do. Worth every penny."

10 / 10
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  • ONeail
  • November 11, 2009

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "I've read everyone's posts and am so jealous! I've been coughing for 5 days now, and haven't had a decent night's sleep for the last 6 nights! Dr. prescribed this medicine 3 days ago, took it, and nothing. Seriously, nothing! Felt a little relief 10 hours later, but nothing like what everyone else here has experienced. I'm still coughing and miserable and am going to give it another try tonight."

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  • Anonymous
  • December 10, 2009

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "I was prescribed this medicine in the ER when I was diagnosed with Bronchitis. The very first thing the doctor said with this medication is do not drive. I totally agree, the medicine is wonderful it pretty much got rid of the cough, and helped clear up my head congestion. I would have to say that the worst side effect is that it makes you feel very drowsy and sleepy, like you are under the influence of alcohol."

9 / 10
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  • billc...
  • May 12, 2009

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "This stuff is great. I have had a chronic cough for over a year following an esophagectomy. This is the first medication that actually works for more then a couple of hours. I can actually make it through the night without having coughing episodes. As a side benefit, it tastes pretty good."

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  • Zuma
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • April 14, 2021

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "For cough spasms this is as close as a miracle drug as you can find. You can get a slight buzz and sometimes insomnia while taking it, but it beats an uncontrollable dry hacking cough all night. So at the very least it offers a relaxing night in bed even though you may not get into a deep sleep. Sometimes I take an ambien so I can sleep."

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  • Anonymous
  • February 10, 2009

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "There's no generic for this medication and it is quite expensive, but definitely worth the money. My husband had a post-nasal drip cough that just wouldn't go away, and it kept both of us up at night. He took a teaspoon of this and we both slept through the night, he didn't cough once. Felt great in the morning too, no drowsiness. Great stuff."

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  • Anonymous
  • February 17, 2009

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "As stated Tussionex is expensive. With that said you get what you pay for. I had a cough that kept me up for 3 days. I went to my doctor and he prescribed Tussionex for me. I had 1 teaspoon before bed and woke up 8 1/2 hours later. My cough did not wake me up once during the night. "

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  • chief...
  • January 1, 2010

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "For some period of time I had a bad cough and diagnosed with chronic bronchitis and prescribed Tussionex - unfortunately there was a very large tumor discovered in my right lung. I did undergo a painful surgery only to find out the condition was inoperable - I went through chemo and radiation to no avail. I, however, continued to take Tussionex to cut down on coughing which was painful. Now one cannot get the liquid which worked for me - I only had to take it once a day, usually in the morning. I recommend it highly."

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  • Shayne
  • Taken for 2 to 5 years
  • January 5, 2023

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "I have suffered from chronic lung infections and bronchitis for a number of years. I have tried multiple medications in the past and nothing has worked. My doctor prescribed Tussionex Pennkinetic and it is fantastic. I would rate this medication a 12 out of 10 if I could. Be sure to hydrate well while taking this medication. The drowsiness that I experience helps me sleep and I am cough-free, all night long. The 12-hour window of effectiveness makes this the best treatment for a chronic cough."

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  • Anonymous
  • April 15, 2009

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "I have a problem with recurring bronchitis because of asthma. When this happens I cough a lot. The Tussionex is a life saver for me. It stops the cough that nothing else has ever stopped. It makes me sleepy, but the cough is paralyzing so it's well worth it. The price makes me very thankful for my health insurance."

9 / 10
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  • Anonymous
  • April 29, 2011

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "I get severe bronchitis at least once a year with vomiting and sleepless nights. I've tried Robitussin with Codeine, but it didn't help at all. Two years ago, my doctor finally prescribed Tussionex, and it works so well. I have bronchitis now, and came back from a miserable trip without this medicine. I've taken it tonight, and already feel so much better. I would highly recommend this to anyone who needs a cough medicine at night to help them sleep."

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  • Anonymous
  • October 23, 2009

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "I went to the doctor a week ago and I was told that I had upper respiratory infection (3rd one this year) so she gave me the usual antibiotic, phenergan with codeine cough medicine, and a antihistamine/decongestion medicine. After a week of taking this still not feeling better. So I went back and she gave me a different antibiotic and the Tussionex cough medicine. The cough medicine has allowed me to sleep most of the night but when I take it I am completely knocked out and loopy. Still cough periodically but nothing like I was without it. Even with insurance this medicine was $50 for 4 ounces but it's worth it! I've taken it before and really helps. Just waiting for the other medicines to do their jobs!"

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  • Anonymous
  • December 31, 2009

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "Just started taking this medicine. Had the flu and at then end of the 5 day flu, started a head cold. Couldn't sleep for a few nights due to cough. Only woke up 3 times tonight (once to pee and twice due to coughing). Just took my second dose and will go back to sleep. Was prescribed codeine, with no help at all. Was told this is called liquid gold- they weren't kidding. Very grateful my pharmacist mentioned this to me then I told my Doctor."

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  • Rainy...
  • December 14, 2017

"I call Tussinex ... “Liquid Gold for my cold”........ Not only is it absolutely delicious ...... it totally calms me down particularly after a severe coughing hacking attack ... when I can’t clear the mucous from my lunges.....( Terrible feeling)..... TKen as directed it is pure magic❤️"

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  • Anonymous
  • July 10, 2009

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "I have extremely bad coughing spells at night. So my doctor prescribed Codeine cough syrup which surprisingly did not help because it is a pretty strong cough medicine. So instead he prescribed Tussionex for me. The medicine worked great! The only thing I don't like is it made me sleep all day long and the next day I could still feel it in my system but I know I could have probably slept for 2 days straight off of the small dose he prescribed. He told me to do "Take 1 teaspoonful 2 times a day" I only did one and it made me feel very tired. But it does A GREAT job with suppressing the cough."

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  • pupcomm
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • May 7, 2022

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "I had incessant coughing due to post nasal drip which none of the OTC meds made a dent in. Saw my ENT doc who did endoscopy and not surprisingly found heavy sinus & throat mucus. He prescribed Tussionex-P and Prednisone. The Tussionex knocked the cough right out enabling me to sleep and recover my voice. It is annoying that it's so hard to find; the first four pharmacies I went to didn't carry it. For me, it's a wonder drug. It succeeded where all the others failed, and I haven't had any side effects. If I could I would give it a rating of 11."

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  • Wedding...
  • July 14, 2008

"This is the best stuff on the market. I had a huge wedding to shoot last weekend and I don't think I could have done it without this. Yes, it might make you feel a little drowsy but the benefits of being able to shoot a wedding without causing a distraction throughout the day was well worth the drowsy feeling. I would recommend this to anyone with a bad cough. "

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  • mkmk
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • July 23, 2018

"The ONLY medicine I have ever taken that truly stops a post nasal drip in its tracks and in turn stops your cough. This is a god send and allows you to actually sleep when you are sick. However has made me a little lightheaded (for lack of a better word, kind of just a weird "off" feeling) so I try to only take it at night. I wouldn't drive taking it."

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  • walke...
  • September 14, 2009

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "Seven (7) years ago my system betrayed me and I became allergic to everything you can be tested for except ducks and fungus - everything. I went through my PCP, to every allergy and immunology specialist in a forty mile radius and then moved down to the super-specialists in the Boston medical community. For two years - nothing alleviated the primary symptom - coughing - violent explosive coughing every forty five minutes to an hour. This is where you will begin to disbelieve me probably but, the weekend of Good Friday, 2004 my ENT prescribed Tussionex-P and for the first time I was able to sleep, breath and behave normally. I do cease use every twenty eight days, withdrawal is a little like "coffee-jags" but you must use care with this medicine."

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  • Remag
  • March 24, 2010

"Agree with all that was said. It works in 20 minutes and lasts 12 hours. I do get itchy, a little restless but the cough is gone. My insurance does not cover any part of it, and $100 is steep but worth it."

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  • JKitt
  • October 8, 2009

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "I have had a persistent cough now for two weeks that wakes me up 8 times at night. This is the second time that I have had this cough medicine prescribed to me. It is by far the best Cough medicine that I have ever taken."

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  • Anonymous
  • April 6, 2009

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "Obstetrician prescribed this to me due to a chest infection/head cold that resulted in no sleep for me. It totally knocked me out - I slept better than I had during my entire pregnancy. Great part is I still have plenty of fetal movement."

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  • Jur
  • October 11, 2009

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "This medicine worked very well for me. I had a bad cough that was keeping me up night after night. This allowed me to sleep and totally stopped the cough. I couldn't take it during the day without being groggy however, so I would caution against this although the recommended dose said every 12 hours."

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  • Anonymous
  • May 12, 2009

Tussionex Pennkinetic (chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone) "This stuff is great. I have had a chronic cough for over a year following an esophagectomy. This is the first medication that actually works for more then a couple of hours. I can actually make it through the night without having coughing episode. As a side benefit, it tastes pretty good."

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