Benylina Dry Cough Syrup
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 21 December 2021
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Symptomatic relief of non-productive cough.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 5 mL every 4 hours or 10 mL every 6-8 hours.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 30 mins, Duration: 5-6 hours
Special Populations
- Hepatic impairment
- Children under 5 years
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not recommended in pregnancy; avoid in lactation due to unknown secretion in breast milk.
Key Drug Interactions
- MAOIs
- CNS depressants
- CYP2D6 inhibitors
- SSRIs
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to dextromethorphan
- Asthma
- Hepatic dysfunction
- Children under 5 years
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Somnolence
- Nausea
- Vomiting
Counselling Points
- Do not exceed recommended dose
- Consult doctor if cough persists for more than one week
- Caution advised before driving or operating machinery
Serious warnings
- Risk of serotonin syndrome with MAOIs and SSRIs
- Caution in patients with a history of drug abuse
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