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Tusna is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Cough are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Tusna has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Tusna depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Tusna are Dizziness, Drowsiness, Rash. Some other side effects of Tusna have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Tusna go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Tusna's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Tusna's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tusna related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Tusna contraindications section.
Besides this, Tusna may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Tusna is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Tusna is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tusna is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Tusna safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Tusna for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Tusna safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Tusna for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Tusna on the Kidneys?
Tusna is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Tusna on the Liver?
Tusna does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Tusna on the Heart?
Tusna is completely safe for the heart.
Tusna should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tusna unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tusna habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Tusna.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Tusna, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Tusna can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Tusna should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Tusna is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tusna
It is safe to take Tusna with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tusna
Taking Tusna with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, you can take Tusna with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Tusna along with phenylephrine if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking these two drugs together then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Tusna does not cause drowsiness or sleepiness. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Yes, Tusna may cause stomach pain. If you experience severe stomach pain after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor immediately.
Yes, Tusna is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach (abdominal pain), nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Tusna does not contain paracetamol. It contains bromhexine which is a mucolytic agent that softens the thick mucus and promote its expulsion.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 219
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