Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension Information

Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Cough.

The optimal dosage of Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension also has some side effects, the most common being Palpitations (fluttering in chest), Dizziness, Drowsiness. While these are the most often observed Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension related warnings talks about Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension contraindications section.

Besides this, Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Tuscure Benefits & Uses
Tuscure Dosage & How to Take
Tuscure Side Effects
Tuscure Related Warnings
Tuscure Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Tuscure
Tuscure Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension Benefits & Uses

Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Cough

Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Age between 2 - 4 years should take 2 ml twice daily and age between 4 - 7 should take 3 ml twice daily

Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension is used -

Common

Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Drowsiness
Dry Mouth
Fatigue
Fainting
Headache
Sleepiness

Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension Related Warnings

Is the use of Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Tuscure will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Tuscure on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Tuscure will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension on the Kidneys?

Using Tuscure does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Tuscure on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension on the Heart?

Tuscure may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Hyperthyroidism
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension

Is this Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension

Taking Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Tuscure 20 Mg Suspension

Question over 5 years ago

Can Tuscure cause headache?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tuscure may cause a headache. It has been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult about it with your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Tuscure with chlorpheniramine?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take the Tuscure with chlorpheniramine, many fixed-dose combinations are available in the market to treat the dry cough. But you are recommended to consult with your doctor before taking this drug combination.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Tuscure cause difficulty in breathing?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tuscure may cause difficulty in breathing. It has been reported in patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you must call your doctor immediately.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Tuscure?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Tuscure is a brand name of levocloperastine and it is available in the form of suspension. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antitussive drugs. Tuscure is a prescription drug that is used in the treatment of dry cough.