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Corituss is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. The alternative uses of Corituss have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Corituss. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Corituss also has some side effects, the most common being Constipation, Dry Mouth. Some other side effects of Corituss have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Corituss are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Corituss has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Corituss's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Corituss is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Hyperthyroidism, Glaucoma as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Corituss are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Corituss have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Corituss, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Corituss is used to treat the following -
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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Is the use of Corituss safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Corituss in pregnant women.
Is the use of Corituss safe during breastfeeding?
Corituss has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Corituss on the Kidneys?
Corituss is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Corituss on the Liver?
Side effects of Corituss rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Corituss on the Heart?
Corituss may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Corituss should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Corituss unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Corituss habit forming or addictive?
Corituss does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Corituss
You can take Corituss with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Corituss
Consuming Corituss with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, Corituss is not safe for infants as the safety and efficacy are yet to be established in infants and young children. It can be, however, given to children above 4 years of age but one should give Corituss to children only after consulting a doctor. In addition, if you are giving more than two products to a child then make sure that none of the ingredients is present in both because then it may lead to an overdose.
Yes, rarely, Corituss may cause an allergic reaction with symptoms like difficulty in breathing, itching, swelling on lips and mouth, etc. If you suffer from any of these symptoms, consult your doctor immediately.
You should use Corituss for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor or till you feel a relief in your symptoms. Corituss is a prescription drug, and it is best to take it under medical supervision.
Corituss is the brand name for dextromethorphan. It belongs to the category of medication known as antitussives. It is available in the form of a tablet, lozenge, and syrup. Corituss is used for the treatment of a cough caused by throat and bronchial irritation like the common cold and inhaled irritants. It is highly effective against a chronic and non-productive cough.
Corituss is available in the form of tablet, syrup, and lozenge. The tablet should be swallowed with water, the syrup should be taken with a measuring spoon or a container and lozenge should be allowed to melt inside the mouth. Corituss is taken every 4 to 12 hours as per the requirement. It is important to read the label carefully and follow the instructions completely. If you are giving Corituss to a child then make sure it is not given to a child younger than 4 years old. Also, make sure that you are using a brand that is exclusively for children. Be very careful while administering more than one type of drug to the child because if there is a common ingredient in more than one drug then it could lead to overdose. It is suitable to take Corituss under the guidance of a doctor or a pharmacist. It is also important to talk to your doctor if the symptoms do not improve in 7 days.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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