Indication of Linctus Tussinol:
Used for symptom relief in non-productive coughNot to be used in asthma, COPD or respiratory failure
Action of Linctus Tussinol:
Acts by suppressing the cough center in the brain
Dose Advice of Linctus Tussinol:
Oral liquid (linctus) 1mg/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 dailyNot to be used in children < 2yearsPregnancy: Safe to use. ADEC category ALactation: No data available but should be safe to use
Schedule of Linctus Tussinol:
S2
Common side effects of Linctus Tussinol:
DrowsinessConstipationNauseaVomitingDrug Interactions: Alcohol- increased drowsiness; avoid combined useCNS depressants- increased respiratory depression; avoid concurrent use
Uncommon side effects of Linctus Tussinol:
Respiratory depression (rare)
Symptoms associated with Linctus Tussinol:
Cough
