Tessalon Oral

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Uses and How to Use
Dosage and Storage
Precautions and Side Effects
Drug Interactions
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Generic Name: BENZONATATE- ORAL
Pronounced: (ben-ZO-nat-ate)

Tessalon Oral Uses

This medication is used to treat coughs caused by the common cold and other breathing problems (e.g., pneumonia, bronchitis, emphysema, asthma). It works by reducing the reflex in the lungs that causes the urge to cough.

How To Use Tessalon Oral

Take this medication by mouth with or without food, usually 3 times daily as needed or as directed by your doctor.

Swallow this medication whole. Do not chew, suck, or dissolve this medication in your mouth. Doing so will cause a loss of feeling in your mouth/throat and may cause choking or a severe allergic reaction. (See also Side Effects section.)

Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.

Inform your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.

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