Tussol Information

Tussol, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. The alternative uses of Tussol have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Tussol. 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.

The most common side effects of Tussol are Skin Rash, Epigastric Pain, Bronchospasm. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Tussol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Tussol go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Tussol has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Tussol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Tussol can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Tussol in conditions like Asthma, Smoking Addiction. Other contraindications of Tussol have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Tussol with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Tussol is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Tussol Benefits & Uses
Tussol Dosage & How to Take
Tussol Side Effects
Tussol Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Tussol with Other Drugs
Tussol Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Tussol
Tussol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Tussol Benefits & Uses

Tussol is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Tussol 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 1.25 mg Terbutaline, 4 mg bromhexine and 50 mg guaifenesin in 5 ml
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 1.25 mg Terbutaline, 4 mg bromhexine and 50 mg guaifenesin in 5 ml, below 6 years old can take 2.5 ml
Adult	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 1.25 mg Terbutaline, 4 mg bromhexine and 50 mg guaifenesin in 5 ml
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 1.25 mg Terbutaline, 4 mg bromhexine and 50 mg guaifenesin in 5 ml

Tussol Related Warnings

Is the use of Tussol safe for pregnant women?

Tussol can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Tussol safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Tussol. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Tussol on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Tussol. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Tussol on the Liver?

Side effects of Tussol rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Tussol on the Heart?

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

Severe Interaction of Tussol with Other Drugs

Tussol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ephedrine

Dobutamine

Epinephrine

Selegiline

Moderate

Rasagiline

Propranolol

Atenolol

Caffeine

Tussol Contraindications

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

Asthma
Smoking Addiction
High Blood Pressure
Hyperthyroidism
Diabetes
Glaucoma
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Tussol

Is this Tussol habit forming or addictive?

Tussol is not addictive in nature.

Tussol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tussol

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Tussol with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tussol

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Tussol and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Guaifenesin

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 629-631

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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 219

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