Tussin-DMR Tablet

Tussin-DMR Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of cough. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. It also thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to cough out. Tussin-DMR Tablet 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, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, dryness in the mouth, stomach upset, headache, rash, fatigue, loss of appetite, and insomnia. 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 dizziness and 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 dizziness 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 taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney and liver diseases. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

• Cough

Tussin-DMR Tablet is a combination of five medicines: Ambroxol, Cetirizine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Guaifenesin and Phenylephrine.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Tussin-DMR Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain
• Dryness in mouth
• Upset stomach
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Rash
• Allergic reaction
• Hives
• Fatigue
• Sleepiness
• Loss of appetite
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

AlcoholCAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Tussin-DMR Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Tussin-DMR Tablet 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 feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Tussin-DMR Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

DrivingUNSAFE

Tussin-DMR Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Tussin-DMR Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Tussin-DMR Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

LiverUNSAFE

Tussin-DMR Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

Respiratory