Tussnil Tablet

Tussnil Tablet is used in the treatment of common cold symptoms like runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness. It also helps in relieving pain and fever. Tussnil 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, diarrhea, stomach pain, vomiting, bloating, indigestion, high blood pressure, insomnia, headache, sweating, and rash. 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 taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

• Common cold

Tussnil Tablet is a combination of five medicines: Phenylpropanolamine, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Guaifenesin, Paracetamol and Bromhexine.\tPhenylpropanolamine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Guaifenesin and Bromhexine help in the removal of mucus (phlegm) from the airways. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (fever reducer). It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain and fever.

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. Tussnil Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain
• Vomiting
• Bloating
• Indigestion
• High blood pressure
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Palpitations
• Sleepiness
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Sweating
• Allergic reaction
• Hives
• Rash

AlcoholUNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Tussnil Tablet.

PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Tussnil 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 Tussnil Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

DrivingUNSAFE

Tussnil Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Tussnil Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Tussnil Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. Use of Tussnil Tablet may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

LiverCAUTION

Tussnil Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Tussnil Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. However, the use of Tussnil Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

If you miss a dose of Tussnil Tablet, 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.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

Respiratory