Codar D and Hylenex

• Generic Name: codeine / pseudoephedrine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Codar D, Nucofed, KG-Fed, Cycofed, Nucodine, Notuss-DC, EndaCof-DC

Codeine is a narcotic cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex.

Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).

Codar D is a combination medicine used to treat cough, stuffy nose, and sinus congestion caused by allergies or the common cold.

Codar D will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema.

Codar D may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: hyaluronidase
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Amphadase, Hylenex, Vitrase, Wydase, Hydase

Hylenex (hyaluronidase) is a genetically designed protein.

Hylenex is used together with fluids injected into the body to treat dehydration. Hyaluronidase can also be used as an aid in helping your body absorb other injected medications.

Hylenex is also used to help contrast dyes in your body show more clearly on certain types of x-rays or scans.