Description
About Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml
Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml belongs to a class of medication called ‘cough and cold preparations‘Â primarily
used to treat dry cough. Coughing (dry or productive) is a body’s way
of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke) from airways and
preventing infection. There are two types of coughs, namely: dry cough
and chesty cough. A dry cough is tickly and doesn’t produce any vicious
or thick mucus, while a chesty cough (wet cough) means mucous or sputum
is produced to help clear your airways.Â
Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml
is a combination of three drugs, namely: Chlorpheniramine
(antihistamine), Phenylephrine (decongestant) and Dextromethorphan
(cough suppressant). Chlorpheniramine works by blocking the action of
histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic
reactions. Phenylephrine helps in shrinking the blood vessels located in
the nasal passage, thereby reducing stuffy nose. Dextromethorphan works
by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough center in
the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Collectively, it helps to
provide relief from dry cough.
Take Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml with
or without food as advised by your doctor with the help of a measuring
cup. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Tusq DX SF Syrup 100
ml based on your medical condition. Some people may experience dry
mouth, throat or nose, drowsiness, blurred vision, constipation,
dizziness, restlessness or excitation. Most of these side effects of
Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml do not require medical attention and gradually
resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen,
please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Tusq DX SF
Syrup 100 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are
pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before
using Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml. Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml is not
recommended for children below 12 years of age. If you are about to
undergo any medical tests or surgery, please inform your doctor that you
are taking Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml. Avoid using Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml
if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline,
rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine and methylene blue injection
in the past 14 days. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Tusq DX SF
Syrup 100 ml to loosen mucus. If you have glaucoma, urinary problems,
enlarged prostate, phenylketonuria (a congenital disability that causes
accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), cough with mucus
or cough caused by asthma, smoking, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (a
lung condition causing shortness of breath), inform your doctor before
taking Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml.Â
Uses of Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml
Dry Cough
Medicinal Benefits
Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml is a combination drug, belonging to a medication class called ‘cough and cold preparations‘ primarily
used to treat dry cough. Chlorpheniramine works by blocking the action
of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It
helps provide relief from allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running
nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion or stiffness.
Phenylephrine is a ‘decongestant’ that helps in shrinking the blood
vessels located in the nasal passage, thereby reducing stuffy
nose. Dextromethorphan works by blocking the transmission of nerve
signals from the cough center in the brain to the muscles that produce
cough. Thus, Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml helps to relieve overall
cough, cold and allergic symptoms.
Directions for Use
the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take
Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml with or without food in doses as prescribed by
your doctor with the help of a measuring cup provided with the pack.
Storage
Side Effects of Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml
- Dry mouth, throat or nose
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
- Headache
- Constipation
- Restlessness or excitation
- Loss of appetite
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
If
you are allergic to Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml or any other medicines,
please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is
advised to inform your doctor before using Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml. Tusq
DX SF Syrup 100 ml is not recommended for children below 12 years of
age. If you are about to undergo any medical tests or surgery, please
inform your doctor that you are taking Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml. Avoid
using Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml if you have taken medicines such as
linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid,
tranylcypromine and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. Drink
plenty of fluids while taking Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml to loosen
mucus. If you have glaucoma, urinary problems, enlarged prostate,
phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid,
phenylalanine in the body), cough with mucus or cough caused by asthma,
smoking, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (a lung condition causing
shortness of breath), inform your doctor before taking Tusq DX SF Syrup
100 ml.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction:Â Tusq
DX SF Syrup 100 ml may have interaction with anti-allergic drugs
(diphenhydramine), anti-psychotic (escitalopram, desvenlafaxine,
vilazodone), pain killer (aspirin), cold medicines (acetaminophen),
antibiotics (amoxicillin), anti-depressants (linezolid, phenelzine,
selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine), beta blockers
(metoprolol, atenolol), muscle relaxants (carisoprodol,
cyclobenzaprine).
Drug-Food Interaction:Â Tusq DX
SF Syrup 100 ml may interact with alcohol. Therefore, avoid alcohol
consumption with Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml as it may increase the risk of
adverse effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in
concentrating.
Drug-Disease Interaction:Â Tusq DX
SF Syrup 100 ml is known to interact in patients with liver or kidney
disease, asthma, diabetes, glaucoma, cardiovascular diseases, enlarged
prostate gland, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (a lung condition
causing shortness of breath).
Safety Advice
-
Alcohol
Avoid
consumption of alcohol with Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml as it may increase
drowsiness. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Tusq
DX SF Syrup 100 ml. -
Pregnancy
The
safety of Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml in pregnant women is unknown.
Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the
benefits outweigh the risks. -
Breast Feeding
It
is unknown whether Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml is excreted in human milk.
Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the
doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks. -
Driving
Tusq
DX SF Syrup 100 ml may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people.
Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Tusq DX SF Syrup 100
ml. -
Liver
Take
Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml with caution, especially if you have a history
of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as
required. -
Kidney
Take
Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml with caution, especially if you have a history
of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor
as required.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Avoid
dairy products such as milk as it may increase mucus production. Also,
avoid processed or refined foods to have relief from cough. - Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dry throat while you have a cough and loosen mucus.
- Avoid
citrus fruits as it may worsen the cough. Eat fruits rich in water
content such as pears, watermelon, peaches and pineapples.
Special Advise
- Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml may contain phenylalanine, so check the medication label if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).
- Do not use Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml only to make a child sleepy.Â
- Contact a doctor if your symptoms do not improve even after 7 days.
- Contact a doctor immediately if you develop fever, rash or headaches after taking Tusq DX SF Syrup 100 ml.Â
Other Information (TUS0006)
This item is Not Returnable.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Cough: Coughing
is a body’s way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke)
from airways and preventing infection. Coughs may be dry or productive. A
productive cough (wet cough) brings up sputum (phlegm, mucus and other
matter) from the lungs. Cough is commonly caused as a response to
allergy or viral infection but coughing up mucus is possibly
an infection in the respiratory tract. If you are coughing thick, solid
white mucus, you may have a bacterial infection in the airways. If the
mucus is clear or light-colored, you may have allergies or a minor
infection in the respiratory tract and yellow or green mucus indicates a
respiratory infection.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.