Tuscorex Syrup

This page serves as your comprehensive resource for Tuscorex Syrup. We delve into the specifics of this medication, including its indications, the precise way it should be administered, a detailed account of possible side effects, and crucial information regarding contraindications and precautions. Enhance your understanding of Tuscorex Syrup and its role in your treatment plan.

MRP: ₹
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Salt Combination: Codeine (10mg/5ml) + Triprolidine (1.25mg/5ml)
Brand: Novogen Captab
Uses: Dry cough

Description

Tuscorex Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough
It relieves allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness
Tuscorex Syrup is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor
The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine
You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends
If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen
Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, constipation, lightheadedness, shortness of breath, and sweating
Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time
Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects
This medicine can also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person
Keep it out of reach of children
It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication
Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Tuscorex Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Tuscorex Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	CAUTION: Tuscorex Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Tuscorex Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Tuscorex Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.^As Tuscorex Syrup may cause dizziness, blurred vision or the inability to think clearly.
Breast feeding:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Tuscorex Syrup is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.^Larger doses or prolonged use of Tuscorex Syrup may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Tuscorex Syrup may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	UNSAFE: Tuscorex Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Drug Action:	N/A
Therapeutic class:	RESPIRATORY
Habit Forming:	Yes
Chemical Class:	N/A

Uses

Uses of Tuscorex Syrup

In Dry cough A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced
It may cause a tickling sensation or itching in the throat and may be due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants
Tuscorex Syrup suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat
Apart from this, it also reduces symptoms of allergy like watery eyes, sneezing and runny nose
Along with taking Tuscorex Syrup, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Tuscorex Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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