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What is the most important information I should know about Promethazine hydrochloride and codeine phosphate?

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What is the most important information I should know about Promethazine hydrochloride and codeine phosphate?

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This product should not be used in children younger than 16 years old. Serious and sometimes fatal side effects (difficult or slowed breathing, drowsiness leading to coma) have occurred when promethazine has been used in children. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to this medicaton; this drug may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Do not drink alcohol or use medicines that may cause drowsiness (such as sleep aids and muscle relaxers) while you are using this drug; it may add to their effects. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a possibly fatal syndrome that can be caused by promethazine. Symptoms may include fever; stiff muscles; confusion; abnormal thinking; fast or irregular heartbeat; and sweating. Contact your doctor at once if you have any of these symptoms. Promethazine may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps,

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