Tuspel (200 mg+15 mg+15 mg)/5 ml (Syrup)

Indications

• Fast & effective relief of Chest congestion
• Cough
• Sore throat

Pharmacology

• Guaifenesin is an expectorant
• Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is a cough suppressant
• Menthol has local anesthetic and counterirritant qualities

Dosage & Administration

• Adult Use Only (12 years and over): 2 teaspoonful syrup (10 ml) every 6 hours
• Maximum 8 teaspoonful syrup (40 ml)/day

Interaction

• Possible reactions with specific drugs

Contraindications

• Not to be taken with prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI)
• Consult doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you are unsure about MAOI

Side Effects

• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Gastrointestinal disturbance
• Feeling nervous, restless, anxious, or irritable
• Not suitable for children less than 12 years of age

Pregnancy & Lactation

• Pregnancy category C by the FDA
• Use only when benefit outweighs risk during pregnancy
• No data on the excretion of dextromethorphan-guaifenesin into human milk
• No human studies on the use of menthol during pregnancy

Precautions & Warnings

• Consult a doctor before using if you have asthma, chronic lung disease or shortness of breath, persistent/chronic cough, or taking a drug for depression, including monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor drugs

Overdose Effects

• Gastric emptying recommended in severe overdosage cases
• Excitement and mental confusion with Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide overdosage
• Respiratory depression with very high doses of Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide
• Harmful symptoms of menthol in large amounts

Therapeutic Class

• Combined cough expectorants
• Combined cough suppressants

Storage Conditions

• Keep out of the reach of children
• Keep in a cool & dry place
• Protect from light

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