{"id":19043,"date":"2022-03-01T16:37:01","date_gmt":"2022-03-01T16:37:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=19043"},"modified":"2022-10-18T06:29:06","modified_gmt":"2022-10-18T06:29:06","slug":"nipaxon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/nipaxon\/","title":{"rendered":"Nipaxon &#8211; Noskapin Uses, Dose And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>2.5 mg \/ ml&nbsp;oral&nbsp;suspension Noskapin<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Nipaxon Used For?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nipaxon suppresses the <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/cough-in-children\/\">cough<\/a> reflex by affecting the cough center in the brain without affecting the brain&#8217;s function in general.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In case of temporary short-term cough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Need To Know Before Nipaxon 50 mg Uses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Not Use Noskapin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are allergic to medicine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings And Cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor before using Noskapin if you have a prolonged or&nbsp;chronic&nbsp;cough, such as&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/diseases\/asthma\/\">asthma<\/a>, or a cough with a lot of mucus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If no improvement occurs, consult a physician.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medicines And Noskapin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have recently taken or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are being treated with&nbsp;warfarin&nbsp;(a blood thinner), you should consult your doctor before starting treatment with this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, Breastfeeding And Fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking <i>Nipaxon Cough Syrup.<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No adverse effects on the fetus have been demonstrated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Noskapin passes into breast milk but is unlikely to affect breastfed infants.&nbsp;However, consult a physician if you take <strong>Nipaxon 50 mg English<\/strong> more than temporarily during breastfeeding.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/nipaxon-cough-syrup.jpeg\" alt=\"nipaxon 50 mg english\" class=\"wp-image-24921\" width=\"275\" height=\"275\" srcset=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/nipaxon-cough-syrup.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/nipaxon-cough-syrup-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/nipaxon-cough-syrup-150x150.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 275px) 100vw, 275px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving And Using Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nipaxon Cough Syrup<\/strong> can cause dizziness and drowsiness.&nbsp;If you experience these symptoms, do not drive or use machines that require sharp attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention.&nbsp;One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or&nbsp;side effects.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Descriptions of these effects and&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;can be found in other sections.&nbsp;Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Noskapin Contains Ethanol, Methyl and Propyl Parahydroxybenzoate, Sodium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nipaxon 50 mg English<\/strong> contains small amounts of&nbsp;ethanol&nbsp;(<a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/alcohol-and-drugs-risk-use-harmful-use-and-addiction\/\">alcohol<\/a>), less than 100 mg per 20 ml&nbsp;dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It also contains methyl parahydroxybenzoate (&nbsp;preservative&nbsp;E 218) and propyl parahydroxybenzoate (&nbsp;preservative&nbsp;E 216) which may cause an allergic reaction (possibly delayed).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;The medicine contains less than 1 mmol (23 mg)&nbsp;sodium&nbsp;per 20 ml&nbsp;dose, ie is essential &#8216;sodium-free&#8217;<strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nipaxon 50 mg Uses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use this medicine as described in this leaflet or as your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse has told you.&nbsp;If you are unsure, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><em>Adults&nbsp;<\/em><em>and children over 14 years&nbsp;<\/em><em>:<\/em><\/td><td>20 ml 3 times daily.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><em>Children:<\/em><\/td><td><em>10-14 years:<\/em><\/td><td>10 ml 3 times daily.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td><em>4-10 years:<\/em><\/td><td>5 ml 3-4 times daily.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td><em>2-4 years:<\/em><\/td><td>2.5 ml 3-4 times daily.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not give Niplaxon to children under 2 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another dose,&nbsp;according to the doctor&#8217;s prescription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Noskapin should be taken between meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Use More Noskapin Than You Should&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.&nbsp;If a child has ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor or hospital for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Noskapin Side Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine can cause side effects like all medicines, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stop taking <strong>Nipaxon 50 mg<\/strong> Cough Syrup and contact your doctor immediately if you get any of the following symptoms:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Rash<\/li><li>Itching<\/li><li>Swelling of the face<\/li><li>Lips<\/li><li>Mouth<\/li><li>Tongue, or other body parts<\/li><li>Shortness of breath<\/li><li>Wheezing<\/li><li>Difficulty swallowing or breathing<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;It may be a sign of a severe&nbsp;allergic reaction&nbsp;such as&nbsp;angioedema&nbsp;(may affect up to 1 in 100 people) or&nbsp;anaphylactic reaction&nbsp;(may affect up to 1 in 1000 users).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Other&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;that may occur:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Common (&nbsp;<\/em><em>may affect up to 1 in 10 people):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Headache<\/li><li>Somnolence.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Uncommon (&nbsp;<\/em><em>may affect up to 1 in 100&nbsp;<\/em><em>people):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Dizziness<\/li><li>Chest <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/brain-and-nerves\/pain\/\">pain<\/a><\/li><li>Nausea<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/stomach-disease-diarrhea-and-vomiting\/\">Vomiting<\/a><\/li><li>Abdominal pain<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/hives\/\">Hives<\/a>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Rare&nbsp;<\/em><em>(&nbsp;<\/em><em>may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Respiratory distress<\/li><li>Snuva<\/li><li>Hallucinations<\/li><li>Inflammation&nbsp;of the outer membrane of the eye.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Has been reported (occurs in an unknown number of users):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Feeling of discomfort in the chest.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In some people, noscapine can cause intense abdominal \/ chest pain \u00bd-4 hours after ingestion.&nbsp;The pain goes away on its own after 1-3 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Store <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not store above 25 \u00b0 C.&nbsp;Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the bottle after EXP.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents Of The Package And Other Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content Declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is Noskapin 2.5 mg\/ml<\/li><li>Other excipients are&nbsp;glycerol&nbsp;(85%, sweetener),&nbsp;ethanol&nbsp;(96%) (alcohol content corresponding to 0.3% (v \/ v)), Poloxamer, Kelgum (xanthan gum E 415 and fruit kernel flour E 410), disodium phosphate dihydrate, sodium dihydrogen phosphate dihydrate, fennel parole (&nbsp;preservative&nbsp;E 218), propyl <a href=\"https:\/\/www.millionmarker.com\/the-science\/chemical-glossary\/methyl-parahydroxybenzoate#:~:text=Methyl%20parahydroxybenzoate%2C%20better%20known%20as,of%20the%20chemicals%20to%20avoid.\" rel=\"noopener\">parahydroxybenzoate<\/a> (&nbsp;preservative&nbsp;E 216) and purified water.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Noskapin&nbsp;oral&nbsp;suspension does not contain regular sugar (sucrose).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What The Medicine Looks Like And The Contents Of The Pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>White to gray, pale yellow,&nbsp;viscous&nbsp;oral&nbsp;suspension<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Glass bottle (drip-free closure) 100 ml, 250 ml<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nipaxon relieves dry coughs (rethosta), while Bisolvon and Bromhex are planned to help dispense with phlegm-filled coughs (slemhosta) and pure the 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