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Tussin Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Bronchitis, Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Tussin Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Tussin Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Tussin Tablet include Constipation, Heartburn, Nausea or vomiting. Some other side effects of Tussin Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Tussin Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Tussin Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Tussin Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Tussin Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Asthma, Smoking Addiction must refrain from the use of Tussin Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Tussin Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Tussin Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tussin Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Tussin Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Tussin Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Tussin. It is best to stop taking Tussin immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Tussin Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Tussin may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Tussin Tablet on the Kidneys?
Tussin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tussin Tablet on the Liver?
Tussin is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Tussin Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Tussin on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tussin Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tussin Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Tussin Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Tussin Tablet
Taking Tussin Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tussin Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Tussin Tablet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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