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Tussilon is indicated for:
Pharmacology
Benzonatate works on the periphery of the respiratory system. It numbs the stretch receptors in the breathing passages, the lungs and the pleura, which dampens their activity and so reduces the cough reflex at its source. It starts to act within 15 to 20 minutes, and the effect lasts for 3 to 8 hours.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Adults and children aged 10 years and older take one Benzonatate 100 mg capsule three times a day. If it's needed to control the cough, the dose can go up to 600 mg daily, given in three divided doses. Swallow the capsules whole. Don't break, chew, dissolve, cut or crush Benzonatate.
Side Effects
Benzonatate can cause hypersensitivity reactions, which include bronchospasm and laryngospasm. Effects on the central nervous system include sedation, headache and dizziness. In the digestive system, constipation and nausea can occur. On the skin, it may cause pruritus and skin eruptions. Other side effects are nasal congestion and a burning sensation in the eyes.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Psychiatric effects: A few isolated cases of bizarre behaviour, including mental confusion and visual hallucinations, have been reported in patients taking Benzonatate together with other prescribed drugs. Accidental ingestion and death in children: Keep Benzonatate out of reach of children. Accidental ingestion has caused death in children below age 10. It is chemically related to anaesthetic agents of the para-amino-benzoic acid class (such as procaine and tetracaine), and it has been associated with adverse CNS effects.
Contraindications
Don't give Benzonatate to anyone who is known to be hypersensitive to the active substance or to any of the excipients in the medicine.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
No animal reproduction studies have been done with Benzonatate. So it isn't known whether the medicine can harm an unborn baby when given to a pregnant woman, or whether it can affect the ability to reproduce. A pregnant woman should be given Benzonatate only if it is clearly needed.
It is also unknown whether Benzonatate passes into human breast milk. Many drugs do pass into breast milk, so take caution when giving Benzonatate to a nursing woman.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Overdose
Signs and symptoms: Symptoms of Benzonatate overdose have been reported within 15 to 20 minutes. If the capsules are chewed or dissolved in the mouth, oropharyngeal anesthesia develops rapidly, and this may cause choking and airway compromise.
Treatment: In case of overdose, seek medical attention immediately. Empty the stomach contents and give copious amounts of activated charcoal slurry.
⚠️ In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
Storage
Keep Benzonatate in a cool, dry place where the temperature stays below 25ºC, and protect it from light. Always keep it out of children's reach.
Common questions about Tussilon 100 mg
What is Tussilon 100 mg Capsule?
Tussilon 100 mg Capsule is a medicine that contains Benzonatate. It is made by Unimed Unihealth Pharmaceuticals Ltd. It belongs to the Cough suppressant group of medicines.
What is Tussilon used for?
Tussilon is used for: Cough.
What are the side effects of Tussilon?
Benzonatate can cause hypersensitivity reactions, which include bronchospasm and laryngospasm. Effects on the central nervous system include sedation, headache and dizziness.
Can I take Tussilon during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
No animal reproduction studies have been done with Benzonatate. So it isn't known whether the medicine can harm an unborn baby when given to a pregnant woman, or whether it can affect the ability to reproduce. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
What happens if I take too much Tussilon?
Signs and symptoms: Symptoms of Benzonatate overdose have been reported within 15 to 20 minutes. If the capsules are chewed or dissolved in the mouth, oropharyngeal anesthesia develops rapidly, and this may cause choking and airway compromise. In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
How should I store Tussilon?
Keep Benzonatate in a cool, dry place where the temperature stays below 25ºC, and protect it from light. Always keep it out of children's reach.
Is there a cheaper medicine with the same ingredient?
Tussilon is already among the lowest-priced brands of Benzonatate at this strength.
Do I need a prescription for Tussilon?
Tussilon is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.