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Tussin Tablet

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Product introduction

Tussin Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat cough. It thins and loosens mucus in the nose, windpipe and lungs making it easier to cough out. It relieves allergic symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, throat irritation, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness.

Tussin Tablet 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 healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, vomiting, loss of appetite, dryness in mouth, fatigue, insomnia, headache, and rash. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may 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 worsen your sleepiness.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Tussin Tablet

Benefits of Tussin Tablet

In Cough

Tussin Tablet gives relief from cough by loosening thick mucus and making it easier to cough it out. This makes breathing easier and reduces frequency of coughing. Tussin Tablet also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. This medicine usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by the doctor. Along with medications, drink enough luke warm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.

Side effects of Tussin Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Tussin

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach pain
  • Vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Fatigue
  • Dizziness
  • Sleepiness
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Headache
  • Rash
  • Hives
  • Allergic reaction

How to use Tussin Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Tussin Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Tussin Tablet works

Tussin Tablet is a combination of four medicines:.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Tussin Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tussin Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Tussin Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Tussin Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Tussin Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Tussin Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Tussin Tablet in these patients.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tussin Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Tussin Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Tussin Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Tussin Tablet, 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 schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Tussin Tablet is prescribed to get relief from cough.
  • Drink warm water to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
  • Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended. Use a proper measuring cup or spoon to measure the dosage.
  • If you are drowsy after taking Tussin Tablet, you should not drive or operate any machinery.
  • In general, most coughs do not last more than 2 weeks. If your cough does last longer than this then its better to see your doctor.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or asthma.
  • Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for e.g. anti-depressants.
  • Tussin Tablet should not be given to kids.

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Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY

Patient concerns

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What is a dry and productive cough syrup for baby
Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani
Paediatrics
In dry cough cough suppressants are used. In productive cough mucolytics are used.
i have dry cough & cold so which syrup i take levosalbutamol / terbutaline I am a MR in fdc i have salbutol-ls syrup
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Internal Medicine
U can take montair LC and cough suppressant if it's dry cough
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Country of origin: India

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