SyrupTussdex Syrup
In Dry cough A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. It may cause a tickling sensation or itching in the throat and may be due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. Tussdex Syrup suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from…
About this Medicine
Tussdex Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It provides relief by reducing the activity of cough center in the brain. It relieves runny nose, sneezing, congestion, itching and watery eyes. Tussdex Syrup is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.The most common side effects is stomach upset. This is temporary and usually resolves with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. It can also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make dizziness worse.It is important to note that you should never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. Keep it out of reach of children. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Pregnant women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
How it Works
Tussdex Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Promethazine and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, which relieves dry cough. Promethazine is an antiallergic which helps reduce cough associated with allergies by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger, histamine. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is a cough suppressant which relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough center in the brain.
Key Facts
Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: RESPIRATORY
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