Description
Tris Pharma produces specialized, often extended-release, cough syrups including Tuzistra® XR (codeine/chlorpheniramine) for 12-hour symptom relief in adults and generic promethazine HCl and codeine phosphate oral solution. These medications are typically used to treat coughs and upper respiratory symptoms associated with allergies or the common cold, requiring a prescription.
Key Details About Tris Cough Products:
- Tuzistra® XR: An FDA-approved, extended-release, codeine-based antihistamine-antitussive liquid (codeine polistirex and chlorpheniramine polistirex) designed for 12-hour dosing in adults 18 and older.
- Promethazine/Codeine: Tris Pharma manufactures generic promethazine hydrochloride 6.25 mg and codeine phosphate 10 mg oral solution, which acts as an antihistamine and cough suppressant.
- Usage: Used to relieve symptoms of the common cold or allergies, such as cough, runny nose, and sneezing.
- Side Effects: Potential side effects include sedation, dizziness, constipation, or more serious CNS depression (slow/shallow breathing).
Safety Warning:
These are prescription-only, controlled substances. They should not be used by individuals with certain health conditions without consulting a doctor. The combination of promethazine and codeine can cause significant drowsiness.
These are prescription-only, controlled substances. They should not be used by individuals with certain health conditions without consulting a doctor. The combination of promethazine and codeine can cause significant drowsiness.
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