Levodropropizine
Information about Levodropropizine
Levodropropizine uses
Levodropropizine is used in the treatment of dry cough.
How levodropropizine works
Levodropropizine is an antitussive (cough suppressants). It suppresses cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain.
Common side effects of levodropropizine
Nausea, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Headache, Fatigue, Diarrhea, Heartburn, Palpitations, Vomiting, Numbness, Abdominal discomfort, Impaired consciousness
Available Medicine for Levodropropizine
Expert advice for Levodropropizine
- You have been prescribed Levodropropizine for the symptomatic relief of dry cough.
- It is usually taken for a short time, until the symptoms clear up.
- 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.