LoginDexi Tuss Liquid
Generic Name:
Product Name: Dexi Tuss Liquid
Indication
Used for symptom relief in non-productive cough Not to be used in asthma, COPD or respiratory failure
Action
Acts by suppressing the cough center in the brain
Dose advice
Oral liquid 2mg/mL, 100 & 200mLAdult: 15-30mg 3-4 times dailyChild: 2-5 years: 3mg, 3-4 times daily >5 years: 7.5-15mg, 3-4 times daily Not to be used in children < 2yearsPregnancy: Safe to use. ADEC category ALactation: No data available but should be safe to use.
Schedule
S2
Common side effects
Drowsiness Constipation Nausea Vomiting Drug Interactions: Alcohol- increased drowsiness; avoid combined use CNS depressants- increased respiratory depression; avoid concurrent use MAOIs- May cause serotonin syndrome; avoid concomitant use
Uncommon side effects
Respiratory depression (rare)
For further information talk to your doctor.
Dates
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