BENZONATATE

Overview

BENZONATATE is a Schedule H drug.
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?

BENZONATATE is generally taken After Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • 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

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with BENZONATATE as Ingredient

BENZ CAPBENZONATATE 100 MG
BENZ PEARLS 100MG CAPBENZONATATE 100.0 MG
BENZ PERALS CAPBENZONATATE 100 MG