Tussin Tablet

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:08 AM (IST)

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.

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Ambroxol (30mg)+ Cetirizine (5mg)+ Phenylephrine (10mg)+ Guaifenesin (100mg)

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Product introduction

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

Cough

Benefits of Tussin Tablet

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:.

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.

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.

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Patient concerns

What is a dry and productive cough syrup for baby

Dr. Gopal 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

Diabetology

U can take montair LC and cough suppressant if it's dry cough

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Address: 38, S.R Compound, A.B. Road , Dewas Naka, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, 452010

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Tussin Tablet

General Information

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Product introduction

Uses of Tussin Tablet

Benefits of Tussin Tablet

Side effects of Tussin Tablet

How to use Tussin Tablet

How Tussin Tablet works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

References

Patient concerns

What is a dry and productive cough syrup for baby

i have dry cough & cold so which syrup i take levosalbutamol / terbutaline I am a MR in fdc i have salbutol-ls syrup

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