Tussacron Linctus 60ml
Description
Tussacron Linctus is used to treat cough. It consists of Pholcodine and Promethazine, which treat dry cough and allergy symptoms. Promethazine works by blocking the function of a chemical messenger t
hat causes cough in allergy sufferers. Pholcodine reduces the activity of the cough centre in the brain. Take Tussacron Linctus as your doctor recommends. Consume it with food to reduce stomach disturbance and at a fixed time each day. The medicine's dosage varies based on your condition. Do not stop taking Tussacron Linctus without consulting your doctor. To avoid dry mouth and severe thirst, you can have adequate water while taking this medication. Do not give Tussacron Linctus to children under six. Tussacron Linctus side effects includes inducing moderate sedation. In certain circumstances, you may experience side effects like nausea, vomiting, constipation, drowsiness, etc. These side effects do not demand medical care always and fade away with time. However, if the adverse effects do not disappear, see your doctor.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹62.93 |
| You Save | ₹20.98 (25% on MRP) |
| Contains | Promethazine(1.5 Mg)+Pholcodiene(1.5 Mg) |
| Uses | Dry cough, allergy |
| Side effects | Nausea, dizziness, skin rash, drowsiness, vomiting, constipation, confusion |
| Therapy | COUGH COLD PREPARATION |
Uses
- As per the CDSCO, the use of Tussacron Linctus will treat dry cough and allergy.
Contraindications
- If you have Asthma
- If you have heart disease, liver disease or kidney disease
- If you have diabetes
- If you have a history of heart failure
- If you have calcium or potassium deficiency
- If you have been diagnosed with a lung condition like Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease(COPD)
Side effects
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Skin rash
- Drowsiness
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Excitement
- Confusion
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have had a previous liver illness. Depending on the medical condition and response to therapy, your doctor may need to adjust your dosage.
- You have chronic kidney disease.
- You have a cold or cough, which can stress the immune system, which increases the likelihood of being ill.
- You have drug or alcohol addiction.
- You are a child below 18 years of age.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use
- Consume Tussacron Linctus according to your doctor's instructions for dosage and frequency.
- Before using Tussacron Linctus, read the directions on the package.
- Then, consume it by mouth after estimating it with a measuring cup.
- Before using it, please give it a good shake.
- Take Tussacron Linctus with meals or as your doctor prescribes.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Due to the serious adverse effects that Tussacron Linctus may produce in patients besides reducing the medicine’s efficiency. Hence, avoid taking it with the following medicines:
- Antipsychotic medicine such as Haloperidol, Chlorpromazine, Clozapine, Amitriptyline
- Painkillers like Pentazocine
- Renin-inhibitors including Aliskiren
- Any gastroprokinetic agent like Cisapride
- Antidepressant such as Citalopram, Alprazolam
- Prokinetic agents like Metoclopramide
- An antiarrhythmic agent such as Quinidine
- Antibiotic including Ciprofloxacin
- Tussacron Linctus may cause an interaction if consumed with any of the medicines mentioned above. The interaction between these two medicines can cause an adverse effect on the body. Additionally, in some cases, these medicines interact with each other decreasing the effectiveness of either....
Interactions with food items
- There is no considerable interaction between Tussacron Linctus and food. However, avoid giving the child fried or spicy foods since it might induce coughing and throat discomfort in children.
Storage and disposal
Dosage
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Divya Rohra
MBBS
Dr. Jagruti Jain
MBBS, MD, DNB, General Medicine
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is it possible for Tussacron Linctus to make you sleepy or tired?
Q: Is it possible that using Tussacron Linctus may induce dry mouth?
Q: Will a more significant dose of Tussacron Linctus than the prescribed amount be more effective?
References
- Promethazine: Aphasia and muscle weakness on the right side following promethazine administration through an inadvertently placed peripherally inserted central venous catheter: case report. React Wkly [Internet]. 2017 [cited 2022 Jan 29];1649(1):211–211. Available from
- Healthdirect Australia. Pholcodine + promethazine. [cited 2022 Jan 29]; Available from:
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