Zerotuss Oral Suspension Information

Zerotuss Oral Suspension is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Cough.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zerotuss Oral Suspension. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Zerotuss Oral Suspension are Palpitations (fluttering in chest), Dizziness, Drowsiness. While these are the most often observed Zerotuss Oral Suspension side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zerotuss Oral Suspension go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Zerotuss Oral Suspension's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Zerotuss Oral Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Zerotuss Oral Suspension are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Zerotuss Oral Suspension with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Zerotuss Oral Suspension, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Zerotuss Benefits & Uses
Zerotuss Dosage & How to Take
Zerotuss Side Effects
Zerotuss Related Warnings
Zerotuss Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Zerotuss
Zerotuss Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Zerotuss Oral Suspension Benefits & Uses

Zerotuss Oral Suspension is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Cough

Zerotuss Oral Suspension Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Age between 2 - 4 years should take 2 ml twice daily and age between 4 - 7 should take 3 ml twice daily

Zerotuss Oral Suspension Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zerotuss Oral Suspension is used -

Common

Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Drowsiness
Dry Mouth
Fatigue
Fainting
Headache
Sleepiness

Zerotuss Oral Suspension Related Warnings

Is the use of Zerotuss Oral Suspension safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Zerotuss during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Zerotuss Oral Suspension safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Zerotuss for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Zerotuss Oral Suspension on the Kidneys?

Zerotuss is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Zerotuss Oral Suspension on the Liver?

Zerotuss has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Zerotuss Oral Suspension on the Heart?

Zerotuss may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Zerotuss Oral Suspension Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zerotuss Oral Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Hyperthyroidism
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Zerotuss Oral Suspension

Is this Zerotuss Oral Suspension habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Zerotuss Oral Suspension has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Zerotuss Oral Suspension since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Zerotuss Oral Suspension should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Zerotuss Oral Suspension for mental disorders.

No

Zerotuss Oral Suspension Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zerotuss Oral Suspension

Taking Zerotuss Oral Suspension with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zerotuss Oral Suspension

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Zerotuss Oral Suspension and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

Zerotuss Oral Suspension