Cough suppressant
Adult: As citrate or hydrochloride: Up to 180 mg daily in divided doses.
Indications and Dosage
Oral
Cough suppressant Adult: As citrate or hydrochloride: Up to 180 mg daily in divided doses.
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Administration
Should be taken with food.
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Contraindications
Hepatic or renal insufficiency, CNS depression, heart insufficiency with pulmonary stasis, glaucoma. Lactation.
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Special Precautions
Pregnancy.
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Adverse Reactions
Slight drowsiness, minor gastric disorders and skin rash.
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Action
Description:
Mechanism of Action: Pentoxyverine, a centrally acting cough suppressant, is used for non-productive cough. It is often used as citrate, hydrochloride or tannate salt. |
MIMS Class
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