Tusp Syrup


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Alde Medi Impex Ltd
Active Ingredient Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (10mg/5ml) + Guaifenesin (100mg/5ml) + Phenylephrine (5mg/5ml) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg/5ml)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
User Rating4.4
User Reviews779

FAQ

Question
What if you forget to take Tusp?
If you miss a dose of Tusp, 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.
Answer

Tusp Syrup Reviews

Tusp is a medicine used to treat dry cough. It works by suppressing the cough reflex in the brain. It also thins the mucus and makes it easier to cough out. Additionally, it relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose, and throat irritation.


Tusp 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 doctor 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, stomach pain, diarrhea, upset stomach, vomiting, loss of appetite, headache, insomnia, rash, and itching. 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 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 make sleepiness worse.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any lung, liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

How Tusp Syrup Works

Tusp is a combination of four medicines:.

How to Use Tusp Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Tusp may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Uses of Tusp Syrup

  • Dry cough

Tusp Syrup Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tusp 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  CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Tusp. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tusp is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.Larger doses or prolonged use of Tusp may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
Kidney  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tusp is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Tusp may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.Use of Tusp may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver  UNSAFE
Tusp is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  UNSAFE
Tusp may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Quick Tips

  • It is usually taken only for a short time until the symptoms clear up.
  • Tusp helps in the treatment of dry cough.
  • It is usually taken only for a short time until the symptoms clear up.
  • Measure the syrup with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon.
  • Measure the syrup with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon.
  • Tusp helps in the treatment of dry cough.
  • Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
  • Stop taking Tusp and inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache.
  • Stop taking Tusp and inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache.
  • Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.

References

  1. Drugs.com. Guaifenesin.
  2. Drugs.com. Dextromethorphan and phenylephrine.
  3. Drugs.com. Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, and Dextromethorphan.

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