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Tusq-D Lozenges Ginger


Introduction of Tusq-D Lozenges

Tusq-D Lozenges Ginger is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It provides relief by reducing the activity of cough center in the brain. It also kills the bacteria associated with mouth and throat infections.

Tusq-D Lozenges Ginger is a combination of cough suppressant and amylmetacresol.

Uses of Tusq-D Lozenges

Benefits of Tusq-D Lozenges

In Dry cough

A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. It may cause a tickling sensation or itching in the throat and may be due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. Tusq-D Lozenges Ginger suppresses dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. It also reduces throat infection and gives relief from soreness and pain associated with it. Along with taking Tusq-D Lozenges Ginger, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you feel better.

Side effects of Tusq-D Lozenges

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Tusq-D

  • Headache
  • Sedation
  • Double vision
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Nervousness
  • Nausea
  • Decreased appetite
  • Heartburn
  • Dizziness
  • Weakness
  • Discomfort when urinating
  • Polyuria

How to use Tusq-D Lozenges

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Place it in your mouth and allow it to dissolve slowly. Do not chew or swallow. It may take sometime to dissolve. Tusq-D Lozenges Ginger may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Tusq-D Lozenges Ginger. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tusq-D Lozenges Ginger may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Tusq-D Lozenges Ginger during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Tusq-D Lozenges Ginger may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tusq-D Lozenges Ginger is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Tusq-D Lozenges Ginger may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
Tusq-D Lozenges Ginger is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

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Quick tips

Tusq-D Lozenges

  • Tusq-D Lozenges Ginger is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.
  • Tusq-D Lozenges Ginger should be taken after every 2 to 3 hours or as suggested by the doctor. Suck one lozenge slowly as required.
  • Do not take it for more than 3 days. Consult your doctor if you do not observe any improvement in symptoms.
  • Do not take more than 8 lozenges in 24 hours.
  • Each lozenge contains sugar. This should be taken into account if you have diabetes mellitus.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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i am having throat ache and dry cough please suggest some cough syrup
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
warm saline gargles, Syrup TusQ D 1 tsf tid x 3 days
Dry cough when seasonal change
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
Steam inhalaion, warm saline gargles, Syrup TusQ D 1 tsf tid x 3 days
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References

  1. MedIndia. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide + Amylmetacresol. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd
Address: Peninsula Chambers, Peninsula Corporate Park, G.K Marg, Lower Parel (West), Mumbai - 400013, Maharashtra, INDIA.
Country of origin: India

MRP
45
Inclusive of all taxes
6.0 lozenges in 1 strip
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