Tussin DM

Active Ingredients

Each 5 ml of syrup contains:

• Guaifenesin 100 mg
• Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg

Indications

Therapeutic group:

Guaifenesin is an expectorant and Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant.

Syrup Tussin DM is an expectorant syrup for relief of cough.

Instructions

It is advisable not to take the medicine immediately after a meal.

The recommended dosage is usually:

For adults and children 12 years of age and above:

2 teaspoons (10 ml) every 4 hours.

For children from 6-12 years of age:

One teaspoon (5 ml) every 4 hours.

Do not exceed the recommended dose.

Do not take more than 6 doses in 24 hours.

It is advisable to take the preparation with a glass of water.

Be sure to measure the dose in the measuring cup enclosed in the package.

If there is no improvement in your condition within 7 days or if the signs of the disease (symptoms) worsen  refer to the doctor.

This medicine is not intended for children and infants below two years of age. In children from 2-6 years of age, use of the medicine requires a doctor’s prescription. In children 6 years of age and above, the medicine is sold without a doctor’s prescription and will be dispensed by a pharmacist only.

After first opening the bottle the medicine can be used for 3 months.

Warnings

Do not use syrup Tussin DM if you are sensitive (allergic) to the active ingredients or to any of the other ingredients contained in the medicine.

Do not use this syrup in infants below 2 years of age.

Do not use this medicine if you are taking a medicine from the MAO inhibitors group, such as antidepressants or medicines for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease and for two weeks after completing treatment with medicines from this group.

Before treatment with Tussin DM, tell the doctor if:

• You are suffering or have suffered in the past from impaired function of the respiratory system (e.g., asthma) or the liver
• The cough is accompanied by fever, itching or headaches
• You are suffering from a persistent or chronic cough, together with conditions such as: smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema or if the cough is accompanied by secretion of a lot of phlegm.

Do not use this medicine frequently or for a prolonged period without consulting the doctor!

If you are taking or have recently taken other medicines, including non-prescription medicines and nutritional supplements, inform the doctor or pharmacist. You must especially tell the doctor or pharmacist if you are taking:

• Medicines that affect the central nervous system (e.g., sedatives, hypnotics, medicines for parkinsonism, epilepsy)
• Cough and cold medicines
• Antiasthmatics
• Antidepressants (from the MAO inhibitors group)

If you are taking medicines from this group, do not use Tussin DM syrup. This syrup can be used two weeks after completing treatment with medicines from this group.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult the doctor or pharmacist before using medicines.

Please do not consider this information as an alternative to consulting your physician or pharmacist.

For further information on instructions for use, risks and side effects, please read the patient package insert and consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Read the patient package insert carefully before starting to take any medication.