Tussal Syrup is a medicine used to treat dry cough. It works by directly suppressing the cough reflex in the brain. It also produces a cool sensation and relieves minor throat irritation as well as provides relief from allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing.

Tussal Syrup 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 upset, rash and diarrhea. 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 may 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 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 tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

Uses of Tussal Syrup

Dry cough

Benefits of Tussal Syrup

In Dry cough

A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. It may cause a tickling sensation or itching in the throat and may be due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. Tussal Syrup suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. Apart from this, it also reduces symptoms of allergy like watery eyes, sneezing and runny nose. Along with taking Tussal Syrup, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.

Side effects of Tussal Syrup

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Tussal

Drowsiness
Sleepiness
Upset stomach

How to use Tussal 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. Tussal Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Tussal Syrup works

Tussal Syrup is a combination of three medicines:.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Tussal Syrup. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Tussal Syrup 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

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Tussal Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Tussal Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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

Liver

UNSAFE

Tussal Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Tussal Syrup?

If you miss a dose of Tussal Syrup, 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Tussal Syrup

₹66.5/Syrup

Karecof D Syrup

Lezaa Biotech

₹75/syrup

11% costlier

Tusban-D Syrup

Zenacts Pharma

₹47/syrup

30% cheaper

Bronchodyne D Syrup

Ipcon Labs Private Limited

₹74/syrup

10% costlier

Bronchovin D Syrup

Vintas Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

₹68.5/syrup

2% costlier

Bronchodin D Syrup

Axodin Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

₹76.5/syrup

14% costlier

Quick tips

Tussal Syrup is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.
Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or asthma.
Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have cough for more than 7 days.

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What is a dry and productive cough syrup for baby

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

In dry cough cough suppressants are used. In productive cough mucolytics are used.

i have dry cough & cold so which syrup i take levosalbutamol / terbutaline I am a MR in fdc i have salbutol-ls syrup

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

U can take montair LC and cough suppressant if it's dry cough

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