Tuscof (100 mg+1.1 mg+14 mg)/5 ml (Syrup)

Indications

• Relief of cough
• Relief of congestive symptoms
• Aiding restful sleep

Composition

• Guaifenesin BP 100 mg
• Levomenthol BP 1.1 mg
• Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride BP 14 mg

Pharmacology

• Guaifenesin reduces sputum viscosity
• Levomenthol has local anesthetic properties
• Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride has antitussive and antihistaminic properties

Dosage & Administration

• Dosage for adults and children over 12 years
• Dosage for children & adolescents

Interaction

• Potentiation effects of alcohol and other CNS depressants
• Potentiation effects of anticholinergics

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity to the product or any of its components
• Recent treatment with MAOIs

Side Effects

• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Nausea and vomiting
• Gastro-intestinal disturbance
• Dry mouth, nose and throat
• Difficulty in urination
• Blurred vision

Pregnancy & Lactation

• Care during administration in pregnancy
• Not associated with adverse effects in human fetus or suckling infant

Precautions & Warnings

• Caution against driving or operating machinery
• Not recommended for narrow-angle glaucoma or symptomatic prostatic hypertrophy
• Not for persistent or chronic cough without physician direction

Overdose Effects

• Potential renal calculi from excess Guaifenesin

Therapeutic Class

• Combined cough expectorants

Storage Conditions

• Store at temperature not exceeding 30°C
• Keep in a dry place
• Protect from light & moisture
• Keep out of the reach of children

Related Brands

• Tusca Plus (100 mg+1.1 mg+14 mg)/5 ml (Syrup) - square-pharmaceuticals-plc
• Antuss Plus (100 mg+1.1 mg+14 mg)/5 ml (Syrup) - gaco-pharmaceuticals-ltd