Antitussive: opioid: codeine cough medications in repsiratory syetem

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Mechanism of Action

 Suppresses cough by working on the CNS

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Use

 Chronic nonproductive cough to decrease frequency or intensity.

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Complications

  • CNS effects

  • GI upset

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Nursing Considerations:

  • Baseline VS

  • Change position slowly

  • Monitor RR

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Contraindications:

  • Use caution in younger & older clients 

  • Avoid alcohol & other CNS depressants

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