Description

DH-20

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

DH 20mg Tablet is an antitussive medicine. It is used for the treatment of dry cough. It helps by reducing the activity of the cough center in the brain.

DH 20mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take it whenever necessary or as prescribed by the doctor. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. Inform your doctor if symptoms do not get improved.

The most common side effects of this medicine include sleepiness, dizziness, confusion, and nausea. 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.

Before 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.

A dry cough, also known as non-productive cough, is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. This is irritating, usually associated with a tickly throat and may be caused due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. DH- 20mg Tablet suppresses dry, hacking coughs. It will help you carry out your daily activities more easily.

This medicine is safe and effective. DH 20mg Tablet usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS OF DH-20 TABLET

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.

Common side effects of DH-20

• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Confusion
• Sleepiness

HOW TO USE DH 20 Tablets

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. DH-20 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW DH 20 Tablets

DH-20mg Tablet is an antitussive (cough suppressants). It suppresses cough by reducing the activity of cough center in the brain.

SAFETY ADVICE

warnings

• Alcohol: Caution

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with DH- 20mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

warnings

• Pregnancy: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

DH – 20mg Tablet 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.

warnings

• Breast feeding: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
  DH – 20mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the
  drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

warnings

Driving: UNSAFE
DH- 20mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

warnings

• Kidney: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
  DH- 20mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests
  that dose adjustment of DH- 20mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your
  doctor.

warnings

• Liver:UNSAFEDH- 20mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please
  consult your doctor.

All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE DH-20 TABLET?
If you miss a dose of DH- 20mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

You have been prescribed DH-20 20mg Tablet for the symptomatic relief of dry cough.
It is usually taken for a short time, until the symptoms clear up.

Allow the lozenge or disintegrating strip to dissolve in your mouth. Do not chew or swallow.
Measure the syrup with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon. Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.

It should not be administered to patients with chronic cough or where cough is accompanied by excessive secretions.

Inform your doctor if your cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash or
headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.

Fact Box
Chemical Class : Methyl Analog of Dextrorphan
Habit Forming : No
Therapeutic Class : RESPIRATORY

Action Class :Cough suppressants

Interaction with drugs
Taking DH-20 with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some.