Tussilon - Capsule Benzonatate - 100mg 10 Capsule(s) / Strip Unimed Unihealth Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Indication: Cough Adult Dose: Cough 100 mg, 150 mg, 200 mg PO q8hr; 600 mg/day maximum Child Dose: 10 years Cough: 100 mg, 150 mg, 200 mg PO q8hr; 600 mg/day maximum Contraindication: Hypersensitivity to benzonatate and related compounds (tetracaine-type topical anesthetics) Mode of Action: Nonnarcotic antitussive; local anesthetic effect anesthetizes stretch receptors in respiratory passages and lungs Precaution: Keep out of reach of children Severe hypersensitivity reactions (bronchospasm, cardiovascular collapse) reported with therapy (possibly related to sucking or chewing the capsule) Deliberate or accidental overdose has resulted in death, particularly in children Isolated cases of abnormal behavior (mental confusion and visual hallucinations) reported Side Effect: Frequency Not Defined Hypersensitivity reaction; bronchospasm, laryngospasm, cardiovascular collapse possibly related to local anesthesia from chewing or sucking the capsule or perle Chest numbness Chilly sensation Confusion Constipation Dizziness GI upset Hallucinations Headache Nasal congestion Nausea Pruritus Sedation Skin eruptions Pregnancy Category Note: Pregnancy category: C Lactation: Excretion in milk unknown; use caution