Brompheniramine / Codeine
Brompheniramine/codeine is a combination medication used to temporarily relieve cough and allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes. Brompheniramine is an antihistamine that blocks allergic reactions, while codeine is an opioid cough suppressant that acts on the brain's cough reflex. This medication is typically prescribed for short-term relief of symptoms associated with the common cold, allergies, or respiratory infections.
Brompheniramine/codeine is a combination antihistamine and cough suppressant used for short-term relief of cough and allergy symptoms.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 823181
- Generic
- Brompheniramine / Codeine
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- BroveX CB
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Temporary relief of cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation. Temporary relief of runny nose, sneezing, itchy/watery eyes, and other allergy symptoms associated with the common cold, hay fever, or other upper respiratory allergies.
Brompheniramine blocks histamine at H1 receptors, reducing allergic symptoms. Codeine suppresses the cough reflex in the brain's medulla, decreasing the urge to cough.
Contains an opioid (codeine) with potential for dependence, misuse, and addiction. May cause drowsiness; avoid alcohol and operating machinery until aware of effects. Not recommended for children under 12 (FDA warning: risk of serious breathing problems). Use with caution in elderly, patients with respiratory conditions, or those taking other CNS depressants. Consult healthcare provider before use if pregnant or breastfeeding.
Official drug label
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