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.
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.
It is an expectorant
There are none
No, its a analgesic
The root word for "antitussive" is "tussive," which comes from the Latin word "tussis" meaning cough. In this context, "anti-" is a prefix meaning against, so "antitussive" refers to something that works against coughing.
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.
We may advise taking an expectorant when the cough is with mucus aor phlegm is coming out
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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.
Yes, thyme is a natural expectorant that can help with respiratory issues by loosening mucus and promoting coughing to clear the airways.
Antitussive
Dexomethorphan(DXM or DM) is an antitussive (cough suppressant) drug.