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TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon
Manufactured byBlue Cross Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsDextromethorphan (5 mg) + Amylmetacresol (0.6 mg)
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Description
TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon is a combination of Dextromethorphan and Amylmetacresol. It provides relief from dry cough and throat irritation. This medicine stops the activity in the brain that causes cough. It also treats infections of the mouth and throat by killing the bacteria.
TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon may show side effects such as tongue sores and upset stomach in some cases. These side effects are self-limiting. Consult your doctor if they persist or worsen. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you feel dizzy after taking this medicine.
TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon may be taken with or without food as instructed by your doctor. Suck the lozenge and allow it to dissolve in your mouth. Avoid taking more than the recommended dose. Consult your doctor if you do not observe an improvement in your symptoms.
TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are on any other medications or have/had any other medical conditions. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon
Swelling of the face
Confusion
Constipation
Dizziness
Drowsiness
Headache
Nausea or Vomiting
Stomach pain
Sore tongue
Uses of TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon
What is it prescribed for?
Dry Cough
TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon is used to provide relief from dry cough and throat irritation.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon may start showing its action in 15-30 minutes.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The effect of TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon lasts for approximately 3-6 hours.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Avoid consuming alcohol while you are taking TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon as it may increase the risk of side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, and difficulty in concentration.Is this a habit forming medicine?
TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon has no habit-forming tendency.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before taking this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before taking this medicine.
Allergy
Avoid taking TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Other medicines
TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon may interact with other medicines and cause side effects. Hence, inform your doctor about all your current medicines before beginning treatment with TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon.
Asthma
TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon should be used with caution if you have asthma (narrowing of the airways with excess mucous production). This medicine may suppress cough and make it difficult to get rid of mucous that collects in the airways and lungs.
Driving or operating machines
TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some cases. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you feel dizzy or drowsy after taking this medicine.
Use in children
TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon is not recommended for use in children below six years of age.
Missed Dose
As TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon is used on an as-need basis, the likelihood of missing a dose is low. However, if you are taking this medicine regularly, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Never take more than the recommended dose. Contact the doctor in case of an overdose of TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Avoid consuming alcohol while you are taking TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon as it may increase the risk of side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, and difficulty in concentration.
Interaction with Medicine
Escitalopram
Metoclopramide
Ondansetron
Alprazolam
Disease interactions
Psychiatric Conditions
TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon should be used with caution if you have mental health conditions due to an increased risk of side effects such as confusion and hallucinations.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon should be taken as instructed by your doctor. Suck the lozenge in your mouth. Do not swallow it whole.
Avoid taking it for more than 3 days and consult your doctor if you do not observe any improvement in your symptoms.
Avoid taking more than 8 lozenges in 24 hours.
Miscelleneous
How it works
TusQ-D Cough Lozenges Honey Lemon is a combination of Dextromethorphan and Amylmetacresol.
Dextromethorphan blocks the signals from the brain that trigger the cough reflex and thus helps in suppressing the cough.
Amylmetacresol kills the bacteria that cause mouth and throat infections.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Antitussives, Antiseptic
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 2 Feb 2022
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