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Is administered to prevent or relieve coughing?
It`s an ANTITUSSIVE. Not antitussiff. And yes, it prevents or relieves cough.
What are the disadvantages of antitussive?
There are none
What is antitussive?
An antitussive is a medication used to suppress or relieve coughing. It works by reducing the activity of the cough reflex in the brain. Common examples include codeine, dextromethorphan, and benzonatate.
Can you take Tylenol and Zyrtec?
Yes, if it is just plain Tylenol with just plain Zyrtec, then there are no serious interactions. If it is a Tylenol cold formula, then you need to read the box. Most of the Tylenol cold products have some combination of antitussive, decongestant, antihistamine and acetaminophen. Please check your container for the ingredients. If there is an antihistamine (usually chlorpheniramine or diphenhydramine), then do not take the Zyrtec (cetirizine) which is an antihistamine.
Which group show antitussive effect?
The Los Angeles Lakers
How do you define expectorant and antitussive?
The word 'expectorant' refers to a type of medicine that triggers production of sputum by the air passages(to treat coughs) whereas an antitussive is a drug that prevents or relieves cough.
Does corzall plus contain fever reducer?
No it does not, it is an Antitussive / Decongestant / Antihistamine. In English, it suppresses your cough, allows you to breath easier, and also protects against allergy related symptoms. I would recommend ibuprofen to reduce your fever, however if it upsets your stomach Tylenol is just as effective.
What is an antitussive?
An antitussive is a type of medication that helps to suppress or relieve coughing. It is commonly used to treat coughs associated with colds, flu, bronchitis, or other respiratory conditions. Antitussives work by acting on the cough reflex in the brain or by soothing the irritated throat.
Which of these sorts of drugs would you consume to combat a dry cough?
Antitussive
What is dextromethuphan?
Dexomethorphan(DXM or DM) is an antitussive (cough suppressant) drug.
Can antitussive and expectorant medications be used to treat cold?
No, because they work 'against' each other. The antitussive suppresses the cough and the expectorant loosens the phlegm and makes the person want to cough to clear the muck out of their airways.
Can Lortab be used as a cough suppressant?
yes it can because lortab has hydrocodone in it which is an antitussive
