Benzonatate

Benzonatate is used to treat the problem of excessive coughing caused by a number of respiratory diseases or infections such as bronchitis, asthma, pneumonia or an infectious common cold. It affects on the reflex mechanism of the lungs to prevent incessant coughing that can affect daily routine, especially meal times and sleep. The medicine is not recommended for very young children, aged below 10 years. The medicine is to be taken orally, and swallowed whole as many times a day as instructed by your doctor. Taking more medicine than the administered dosage may help to reduce the coughing but will also trigger a number of serious side effects. The medicine should not be used if you are allergic to any of the components of the drug. In case of pregnancy, you may be advised to use the drug only as and when required and not as a course of treatment. The effect in human milk is not known therefore breastfeeding mothers should avoid taking the drug in order to prevent health complications in their infants. Since the medicine is known to increase dizziness or drowsiness, it is recommended not to drive after taking this medicine and to avoid alcohol and smoking during treatment period.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

• Dry Cough

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

• Vomiting

• Nausea

• Constipation

• Dizziness

• Shortness Of Breath

• Worsening of a pre-existing breathing problem

• Loss Of Appetite

• Rash

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Benz pearls 100mg capsule.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Benz pearls 100mg capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Benzonatate, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Benzonatate as ingredient

• Benz 100Mg Capsule

  Lupin Ltd

• Benz Pearls 100Mg Capsule

  Lupin Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

This medicine anaesthetizes the stretch receptors of afferent vagus nerve fibres in the respiratory system to suppress the cough reflex. It also stops transmission of cough impulse to the afferent nerves at the medulla.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.