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Tussionex Drug Center
Pharmacy Editor: Eni Williams, PharmD, PhD
Tussionex (chlorpheniramine and hydrocodone) is a combination medication belonging to the drug class known as antihistamine/antitussive drugs. Tussionex is prescribed for symptomatically managing cold and allergy symptoms. Common side effects of Tussionex include lightheadedness, dizziness, sedation, nausea, vomiting, and disturbed coordination.
Tussionex usual dose is 5 ml twice a day. Drug interactions include benzodiazepines (for example, Valium [Diazepam]), tricyclic antidepressants (for example, Elavil [amitriptyline]) and anticholinergic medications (for example, Bentyl [dicyclomine]). Tussionex should not be used during pregnancy as it may cause adverse effects in the fetus unless the potential benefit outweighs the potential unknown risk to the fetus. Tussionex is secreted in human breast milk and may cause adverse effects in the new born.
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Tussionex Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
TUSSIONEX (hydrocodone and chlorpheniramine) Pennkinetic Extended-Release Suspension is indicated for relief of cough and upper respiratory symptoms associated with allergy or a cold in adults and children 6 years of age and older.
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What is Patient information?
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Tussionex Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- weak or shallow breathing;
- chest tightness;
- painful urination;
- urinating less than usual or not at all; or
- confusion, hallucinations, or unusual behavior.
Less serious side effects may include:
- dizziness, drowsiness, trouble concentrating;
- mood ch...
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What is Consumer information?
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Tussionex Consumer Information: Uses
This combination product is used to treat coughs and other symptoms caused by the common cold or allergies. This product contains 2 medications: hydrocodone and chlorpheniramine. Hydrocodone is a narcotic cough suppressant (antitussive) that acts on a certain part of the brain (cough center) to reduce the urge to cough. Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that helps to relieve watery eyes, itchy eyes/nose/throat, runny nose, and sneezing.
Cough-and-cold products have not been shown to be safe or effective in children younger than 6 years. Therefore, this product is not recommended to treat...
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