Tussistop 60 mg 20 tab

Trade Name:

Tussistop

20 tablets

Composition

Levodropropizine 60 mg

Properties

Levodropropizine belongs to the class of medication called ‘cough suppressants’ primarily used to treat dry cough.

It works by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough, thereby decreasing the urge to cough. It is non-sedative in nature and does not induce sleepiness.

Indications

Dry cough

Dosage and administration

Should be taken on an empty stomach between meals.

Adult: 60 mg up to tid at intervals of at least 6 hours.

Children: 2-12 years 1 mg/kg/dose up to tid at intervals of at least 6 hours. Max: 3 mg/kg daily.

Side Effects

Significant: Rarely, drowsiness, altered consciousness.

Cardiac disorders: Palpitations.

Gastrointestinal disorders: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal distress, heartburn.

Contraindications

Excessive mucous discharge or limited mucociliary function (e.g. Kartagener syndrome or bronchial ciliary dyskinesia). Severe hepatic impairment.

Warnings and precautions:

If you are allergic to levodropropizine or any other medicines, please tell your doctor.

Storage

Store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C in a dry place.

Package:

Carton box holds 2 strips of 10 tablets, paper instructions.