Chemergan-Codeine Oral

• fast/irregular heartbeat
• very high fever
• mental/mood changes (e.g., confusion, extreme drowsiness)
• seizure
• severe muscle stiffness

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any of the following symptoms of a serious allergic reaction:

• rash
• itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
• severe dizziness
• trouble breathing

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other side effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

In the US -

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Chemergan-Codeine Oral Precautions

See also Warning section.

This medication should not be used in a person who is unconscious or has severe breathing problems (e.g., respiratory depression, hypercapnia).

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to any of its ingredients; or to narcotic pain relievers (e.g., morphine); or if you have any other allergies.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:

• abdominal problems (e.g., chronic constipation, ileus, pancreatitis)
• adrenal gland problem (e.g., Addison's disease)
• blood/immune system problems (e.g., bone marrow depression)
• brain disorders (e.g., seizures, head injury, tumor, increased intracranial pressure)
• breathing problems (e.g., asthma, emphysema)
• diabetes
• glaucoma
• heart problems (e.g., angina, irregular heartbeat)
• high blood pressure
• liver disease
• mental/mood problems (e.g., depression, psychosis)
• a certain spinal problem (kyphoscoliosis)
• stomach/intestinal problems (e.g., ulcers, blockage)
• thyroid disease
• trouble urinating (e.g., due to enlarged prostate or urethral stricture)
• use/abuse of drugs/alcohol

This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness until you are sure you can perform such activities safely. Limit the use of alcohol and certain other medications that cause drowsiness. (See also Drug Interactions.)

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