Strepsils Dry Cough: Dosages and Ingredients | Full Prescribing Info

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Full Prescribing Info

Contents

Dextromethorphan hydrobromic acid.

Action

Strepsils Dry cough is an antitussive lozenge which provides effective relief from dry cough. It is a cough suppressant which reduces the urge to cough.

Indications/Uses

Used as a cough suppressant for the relief of nonproductive cough.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Directions: Adults, the elderly and children 12 years of age and above: Dissolve two lozenges in the mouth one after the other, every four hours as needed. Do not exceed 12 lozenges in 24 hours.
If symptoms persist, consult a doctor.

Special Precautions

Administer with caution to patients with asthma and hepatic disease, or who have taken MAOIs within the previous 14 days. Not recommended for children under 12 years of age.

Drug Interactions

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors.

Storage

Store at temperatures not exceeding 30°C.

MIMS Class

Cough & Cold Preparations

ATC Classification

R05DA09 - dextromethorphan ; Belongs to the class of opium alkaloids and derivatives. Used as cough suppressant.

Regulatory Classification

Non-Rx

Presentation/Packing

Form

Strepsils Dry Cough loz 5 mg

Packing/Price

6's (P68/pack)

Strepsils Dry Cough

dextromethorphan

Manufacturer:

Reckitt Benckiser

Distributor:

Reckitt Benckiser