Nasotuss Side Effects
Generic name: chlorcyclizine / codeine / phenylephrine
Note: This document provides detailed information about Nasotuss Side Effects associated with chlorcyclizine / codeine / phenylephrine. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Nasotuss.
Applies to chlorcyclizine / codeine / phenylephrine: oral liquid.
Important warnings
This medicine can cause some serious health issues
Codeine may be habit-forming. Misuse of habit-forming medicine can cause addiction, overdose, or death.
Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days.
A dangerous drug interaction could occur.
MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others.
Medicines that contain codeine should not be given to a child just after surgery to remove the tonsils or adenoids. Get emergency medical help if a child taking this medicine has breathing problems, blue lips, or severe drowsiness, or if you cannot wake the child up from sleep.
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Get emergency medical help if a child taking this medicine has breathing problems, blue lips, or severe drowsiness, or if you cannot wake the child up from sleep.
Stop using chlorcyclizine, codeine, and phenylephrine and call your doctor at once if you have:
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severe dizziness or drowsiness, feeling like you might pass out;
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confusion, mood changes, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior;
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severe nervousness, fast or uneven heart rate, tremor, seizure (convulsions);
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pain or numbness in the arms or legs;
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severe stomach cramps or constipation;
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weak or shallow breathing;
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little or no urinating;
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easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness; or
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dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, buzzing in your ears, anxiety, chest pain).
Common side effects may include:
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dizziness, drowsiness;
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dry mouth, nose, or throat;
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constipation; or
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feeling restless or excited (especially in children).
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
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Further information
Nasotuss side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.