Pros & Cons
What are the pros and cons of benzonatate (Tessalon)?
- Benzonatate begins to work within 15-20 minutes, and its effects last for 3-8 hours.
- It is well-tolerated, and most people do not experience serious side effects.
- Benzonatate is available as a low-cost generic drug.
- You need to take benzonatate up to three times a day.
- It is important to swallow the capsule whole with a full glass of water.
- Benzonatate is effective against dry cough but does not work as well for cough with mucus.
- This medicine is not safe for use in children younger than 10 years old.
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