Pholcodine is used for dry cough.

Pholcodine is an opioid analgesic ( pain reliever). It works by decreasing the perception of pain by blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain.

Sweating, Headache, Dizziness, Sleepiness, Vomiting, Weakness, Dehydration, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Edema, Dryness in mouth, Fatigue, Anemia, Sedation, Constipation

• Use Pholcodine as instructed by your doctor. Never take in greater amounts or more often than prescribed.
• It causes sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.
• Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Pholcodine, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
• Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
• Store opioid pain relievers in a safe place and out of reach of others.

Ques. Q. Is pholcodine the same as codeine?
No. Pholcodine and codeine are two different drugs that have similar uses (treatment of dry cough) and mechanism of action. Pholcodine has a lower tendency for drug dependence (addiction) and may be preferred in certain cases over codeine

Ques. Q. Does Pholcodine make you drowsy?
Yes. Drowsiness is a side effect of Pholcodine use.