PRODUCT DETAILS

About Benz Pearls Lupin's Benz Pearls Capsule

BENZONATATE belongs to a class of medication called an anti-tussive (relieve cough) primarily used to treat dry cough. A cough is a reflex action that helps to clear any foreign irritant or mucus in the throat. Mostly cough lasts for a short time (two to three weeks), so it is acute. But sometimes, if it is persistent for more than eight weeks which can lead to chronic cough. Dry cough refers to cough where there is no mucus or secretion along with cough.

BENZONATATE contains Benzonatate, which acts peripherally by anaesthetizing the stretch receptors located in the respiratory tract, lungs, and pleura by dampening their activity and reducing the cough reflex at its source. Usually, BENZONATATE is prescribed for the short-term treatment of dry cough. It does not treat chronic cough or cough caused by smoking, emphysema, and asthma.

Uses of Benz Pearls Lupin's Benz Pearls Capsule

Dry cough

Medicinal Benefits of Benz Pearls Lupin's Benz Pearls Capsule

BENZONATATE is primarily used to treat dry cough. BENZONATATE contains Benzonatate, which is a cough suppressant. It relieves cough by acting directly on the lungs and the breathing passages. It may also work on the cough centre in the brain.. BENZONATATE is generally prescribed for short term treatment of dry cough.

Directions for Use

Take BENZONATATE with or without food as advised by your doctor. The capsule form of BENZONATATE should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Your doctor will advise on how often you take BENZONATATE based on your medical condition.

Side Effects of Benz Pearls Lupin's Benz Pearls Capsule

• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Sleepiness
• Confusion
• Nausea
• Rash
• Shortness of breath

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take BENZONATATE if you are allergic to Benzonatate any other medicines. Keep BENZONATATE out of reach of children. Safety and effectiveness in children below the age of 10 have not been established. Accidental ingestion of BENZONATATE resulting in death has been reported in children below age 10. Signs and overdose symptoms have been reported within 15-20 minutes, and death has been reported within one hour of ingestion. If accidental ingestion occurs, seek medical attention immediately. Benzonatate is chemically related to the para-amino-benzoic acid class (local anaesthetics such as procaine and tetracaine). It has been associated with adverse CNS effects possibly associated with a prior sensitivity to related agents or interaction with concomitant medication. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting BENZONATATE. BENZONATATE should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed. Caution should be exercised when BENZONATATE is administered to a nursing woman.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 BENZONATATE may interact with medication to treat muscle spasms (tizanidine), and local anaesthetics (procaine, tetracaine).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 Caution should be exercised in patients with psychiatric or emotional conditions.