Superdrug Adult Dry Cough Linctus
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About this product
Tussabron Syrup is taken to treat dry unproductive, irritating coughs.
Warnings
Do not use:
• If you are allergic to dextromethorphan, propylene glycol or any other ingredients.
• If you have liver disease or if you are at risk of respiratory failure.
• If you are taking selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.
Not to be used in patients taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors MAOI's (for depression) or within 14 days of stopping.
Ask a doctor before use if suffering from a chronic or persistent cough, if you have asthma, suffering from acute asthma attack or where the cough is accompanied by excessive secretions.
Do not take with any other cough or cold medicine.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you are pregnant, breast-feeding or if you are taking any prescribed medicines.
See Further Warnings information.
Further Warnings
The use of dextromethorphan with alcohol or other CNS depressants may increase the
effects on the CNS and cause toxicity in relatively small
doses.
Contains E420 (Sorbitol) - if you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before using this medicinal product. Contains 3.6g of glucose per 10ml dose. This should be taken into account in patients with diabetes mellitus.
Contains E124 (Ponceau R Red) - may cause allergic reactions.
Dosage
Liquid for oral use.
Adults and children over 12 years: Take two 5 ml spoonfuls (10ml) up to four times daily. Children from 6-12 years: Take one 5ml spoonful, up to four times daily. Not to be used for more than 5 days without the advice of a doctor. Medical attention should be sought if the child's condition deteriorates during treatment.
Not recommended for use in children under 6 years.
Do not exceed the stated dose
Side Effects_
CAUTION: THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE DROWSINESS, IF AFFECTED, DO NOT
DRIVE OR OPERATE MACHINERY. AVOID ALCOHOLIC DRINK._
Side effects are rare but may include nausea, vomiting, stomach ache, dizziness and drowsiness. If you notice these or any other side effects, stop using the product and consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Active Ingredients
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 10mg per 5ml.
Full Ingredients List
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 10mg per 5ml, Glucose, Propylene Glycol, E420 (Sorbitol), Menthol, Orange Flavouring, E124 (Ponceau R Red), E954 (Saccharin Sodium), E330 (Citric Acid) and Purified Water.
Storage
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Do not store above 25°C.
Store in the original container.
PL03105/0076
Manufacturer and Product Licence Holder:
Bell, Sons & Co. (Druggists) Ltd. Southport, PR9 9AL, England