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Benz 100mg Capsule 12 capsules in 1 strip

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Benz 100mg Capsule is a product of Lupin Ltd
Composition: Benzonatate (100mg)

Pack of 12 capsule

₹ 88.50

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All Details About Benz 100mg Capsule

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Benz 100mg Capsule

Description:

Benz 100mg Capsule is an antitussive medicine. It is used for the treatment of dry cough. It works by suppressing the activity of the cough centre in the brain. It provides you relief from symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, and runny nose.

Benz 100mg Capsule can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. You must inform your doctor if symptoms do not get improved within 7 days of the treatment.

The most common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, nausea, constipation, dizziness, shortness of breath or worsening preexisting breath problem, and rash.  If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, it is advised to drink plenty of fluids while on treatment with this medicine. To overcome dizziness, avoid driving or attention-seeking activities.

Earlier taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Ordinary side effects of Benz

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Dizziness
  • Pantingness
  • Worsening of a pre-existing breathing problem
  • Loss of appetite
  • Rash

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Benz 100mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Benz 100mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Benz 100mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Benz 100mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Benz 100mg Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Benz 100mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Q. Is Benz 100mg Capsule an antibiotic/Benzo/steroid/Controlled Substance?

Benz 100mg Capsule is not an antibiotic or benzodiazepam or steroid or controlled substance

Q. Is Benz 100mg Capsule addictive /Gluten free?

Benz 100mg Capsule is non-addictive and not gluten free

Q. Does Benzonatate contain codeine/Sulfa/Aspirin?

Benzonatate doesn't contain codeine, sulfa or aspirin

Q. Does Benz 100mg Capsule help sore throat?

Benz 100mg Capsule may help for a sore throat, but not if your sore throat is because of an infection. Please follow your doctor's advice regarding its use

Q. Can I take Benzonatate with Sudafed/ Mucinex / Robitussin/ Ibuprofen/ Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin/Promethazine/Tylenol cold?

Benzonatate may interact with these medications. Compassionately follow doctors instructions

Q. Does Benz 100mg Capsule cause drowsiness?

Affirmative, Benz 100mg Capsule cause drowsiness. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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