
|Articles|June 17, 2022
Daily OTC Pearl: Cough Control
Author(s)Saro Arakelians, PharmD
Cough suppressant and antihistamine lowers the frequency and intensity of coughing.
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OTC/Lifestyle Pearl of the Day: OTC Cough Control
Indication: Cough suppressant and antihistamine to lower the frequency and intensity of coughing.
Insight:
- Could be used for either wet or dry cough, as well as for itchy and sore throat, and chest tightness.
- Take orally by holding tablet in the mouth until completely dissolved, without food.
- Take 1 to 2 tablets, 3 times daily.
- For severe symptoms, take 4 to 6 times daily for the first 3 days.
- For ages 3 and up.
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