Geltate 100mg Capsule
Product Info
| Prescription required | No |
| Marketer | Gelnova Laboratories (India) Pvt. Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Benzonatate (100mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Synthetic Butylamino-Benzoate Derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | Cough suppressants |
| User Rating | 4.7 |
| User Reviews | 346 |
FAQ
Does Benzonatate contain codeine/Sulfa/Aspirin?
Benzonatate doesn't contain codeine, sulfa or aspirin
Can I take Benzonatate with Sudafed/ Mucinex / Robitussin/ Ibuprofen/ Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin/Promethazine/Tylenol cold?
Benzonatate may interact with these medications. Kindly follow doctors instructions
Is Geltate 100mg addictive /Gluten free?
Geltate 100mg is non-addictive and not gluten free
Does Geltate 100mg help sore throat?
Geltate 100mg may help for a sore throat, but not if your sore throat is because of an infection. Please follow your doctor's advice regarding its use
Is Geltate 100mg an antibiotic/Benzo/steroid/Controlled Substance?
Geltate 100mg is not an antibiotic or benzodiazepam or steroid or controlled substance
Does Geltate 100mg cause drowsiness?
Yes, Geltate 100mg cause drowsiness. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
What if you forget to take Geltate Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Geltate 100mg, 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.\n
Geltate 100mg Capsule Reviews
Geltate 100mg is an antitussive medicine. It is used for the treatment of dry cough. It works by suppressing the activity of the cough centre in the brain. It provides you relief from symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, and runny nose.
Geltate 100mg can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. You must inform your doctor if symptoms do not get improved within 7 days of the treatment.
The most common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, nausea, constipation, dizziness, shortness of breath or worsening preexisting breath problem, and rash. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, it is advised to drink plenty of fluids while on treatment with this medicine. To overcome dizziness, avoid driving or attention-seeking activities.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.
Geltate 100mg can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. You must inform your doctor if symptoms do not get improved within 7 days of the treatment.
The most common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, nausea, constipation, dizziness, shortness of breath or worsening preexisting breath problem, and rash. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, it is advised to drink plenty of fluids while on treatment with this medicine. To overcome dizziness, avoid driving or attention-seeking activities.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.
How Geltate 100mg Capsule Works
Geltate 100mg is an antitussive (cough suppressants). It suppresses cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain.
How to Use Geltate 100mg Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Geltate 100mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits of Geltate 100mg Capsule
- In Dry cough: A dry cough, also known as non-productive cough, is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. This is irritating, usually associated with a tickly throat and may be caused due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. Geltate 100mg suppresses dry, hacking coughs. It will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation and help you carry out your daily activities more easily.This medicine is safe and effective. Geltate 100mg usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.
Uses of Geltate 100mg Capsule
- Dry cough
Geltate 100mg Capsule Side Effects
Safety Tips
Driving
UNSAFE
Geltate 100mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Geltate 100mg. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Geltate 100mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Geltate 100mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Geltate 100mg 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Geltate 100mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Inform your doctor if your cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash or headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
- It should not be administered to patients with chronic cough or where cough is accompanied by excessive secretions.
- You have been prescribed Geltate 100mg for the symptomatic relief of dry cough.
- It is usually taken for a short time, until the symptoms clear up.
- Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
References
- Barnes PJ. Pulmonary Pharmacology. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1058
- ScienceDirect. Benzonatate.
- Drugs.com. Benzonatate.