Chlophedianol (Systemic)
Brand Names : Ulone
Proper Use of This MedicineDo not take
liquids immediately after taking this medicine. To do so may decrease the
soothing effect of the syrup.
Take this medicine only as directed
. Do not
take more of it and do not take it more often than your doctor ordered or
the label directs you to take. To do so may increase the chance of side effects.
Dosing - The dose of chlophedianol will be different
for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or
the directions on the label
. The following information includes only
the average doses of chlophedianol. If your dose is different,
do not change it
unless your doctor tells you to do so.
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For oral
dosage form (syrup):
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For cough:
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Adults and children 12 years of age and older - 25 milligrams
(mg) every six to eight hours as needed.
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Children -
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Up to 2 years of age: Use is not recommended.
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2 to 6 years of age: 12.5 mg every six to eight hours as needed.
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6 to 12 years of age: 12.5 to 25 mg every six to eight hours as needed.
Missed dose - If you are taking this medicine on a regular schedule
and you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost
time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular
dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage - To store this medicine:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store away from heat and direct light.
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Keep the syrup from freezing.
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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure
that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
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