Lenazine Forte Cough Linctus 9 mg/7,2 mg/3,6 mg per 5 ml Flavoured syrup base.
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 11 December 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Alleviation of cough.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 5-10 ml, 2-3 times daily.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 15-30 mins, Duration: 4-6 hours
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Children under 2 years
- CYP2D6 ultra-rapid metabolizers
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety in pregnancy and lactation not established.
Key Drug Interactions
- CNS depressants
- MAO inhibitors
- Antihistamines
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Respiratory depression
- Acute alcoholism
- Children under 2 years
Common side effects
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Dizziness
Counselling Points
- Avoid alcohol
- Do not drive or operate machinery
- Report any unusual symptoms
Serious warnings
- Risk of addiction
- Respiratory depression in children
- Impaired concentration
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