BENZ PERALS CAP

Overview

BENZ PERALS CAP is a Schedule H drug.

BENZ PERALS CAP is composed of: BENZONATATE (100 MG)

Benzonatate is a non-narcotic cough medicine.Benzonatate works by numbing the throat and lungs, making the cough reflex less active.Benzonatate is used to relieve coughing.Benzonatate is a prescription medication used to relieve cough. Benzonatate belongs to a group of drugs known as cough suppressants, which work by decreasing the cough reflex in the airways and lungs

Usage

BENZONATATE is generally used to treat: Common Cold
BENZONATATE can address symptoms like: Cough

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

BENZ PERALS CAP is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for BENZ PERALS CAP and its Constituents

• You should not use this medication if you are allergic to benzonatate or topical numbing medicines such as tetracaine or procaineNever suck or chew on a benzonatate capsule.   
• Swallow the pill whole. Sucking or chewing the capsule may cause your mouth and throat to feel numb or cause other serious side effects.
• Take benzonatate exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
•  Follow the directions on your prescription label.Always ask a doctor before giving a cough medicine to a child.
• Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children.Take each dose with a full glass of water.
• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history.

Symptoms of Overdosage

BENZONATATE over-dosage can result in: Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Fainting, Irregular Heartbeat, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

BENZONATATE : Dizziness, Itchy Skin, Skin Rash, Vomiting, Constipation, Drowsiness, Head Headache, Skin Irritation, Dizziness, Eyes Burn, Nausea

Rare Side-Effects

BENZONATATE : Chest Pain, Confusion, Difficulty Breathing, Shortness Of Breath, Hallucinations, Wheezing

Disease Interactions

BENZONATATE can interfere with: Parkinsonism, Psychosis, Depression

Technical Classification

BENZONATATE is categorized as: ANTITUSSIVES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

3 Times Daily

91%

How long was it prescribed?

5 Days	48%
3 Days	29%
7 Days	16%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

18 to 35yrs	24%
35 to 50yrs	31%
50 to 60yrs	13%
60 to 70yrs	21%
70yrs and above	12%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females

45%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Physician	54%
Oncologist	35%
None	5%
Urologist	3%
Orthopaedist	1%
Gastroenterologist	1%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

MONTAIR FX TAB	13%
MONDESLOR TAB	13%
ALLEGRA TAB 180MG	12%
UVDYNE M-WASH	12%
DUONASE N-SPY	10%
ALEX COUGH FORMULA SYR	10%
SIGNOFLAM TAB	10%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

CBC (HEMATOLOGY)

21%

Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?

Steam inhalation (Relief)

16%

Available Alternatives for BENZ PERALS CAP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

BENZ CAP	INR 67.38 for 12 CAPSULES	BENZONATATE 100 MG
BENZ PEARLS 100MG CAP	INR 80.5 for 12 CAPSULES	BENZONATATE 100.0 MG
BENZ PERALS CAP	INR 88 for 12 CAPSULES	BENZONATATE 100 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

BENZONATATE

BENZONATATE