Tuscus Paed Drops

Uses of Tuscus Paed Drops

Symptomatic relief of cough associated with common cold/upper respiratory tract irritation in children (as advised by a pediatrician).

Key benefits

• Relieves cough symptoms
• Helps reduce throat irritation
• May help loosen mucus and ease expectoration
• Provides symptomatic relief in common cold-associated cough

How Tuscus Paed Drops works

This is a pediatric cough preparation. Depending on the ingredients, such products may reduce cough reflex, loosen mucus (expectorant/mucolytic action), and/or relieve throat irritation. Exact mechanism depends on the active ingredients (not available).

How to take Tuscus Paed Drops

Use only on a pediatrician’s advice. Measure the dose with the provided dropper; do not use household spoons. Can be given with or without food; if stomach upset occurs, give after food. Do not exceed recommended dose or duration.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take the missed dose of Tuscus Paed as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Tuscus Paed than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Tuscus Paed Drops

Most side effects of Tuscus Paed are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Drowsiness
• dizziness
• nausea
• vomiting
• stomach upset
• dry mouth
• constipation
• diarrhea
• rash

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Tuscus Paed Drops

Warnings and precautions

Children are more sensitive to cough/cold medicines; use strictly as prescribed and avoid combining with other cough/cold products to prevent overdose. Stop and seek medical help if breathing difficulty, persistent high fever, wheezing, bluish lips, severe allergy (rash/swelling), or cough lasts >3–5 days. Use with caution in asthma, liver disease, or if the child is taking other sedating medicines. Not for self-medication in infants without medical advice.

Interactions with other medicines

Other cough/cold combinations, antihistamines, sedatives or sleep medicines, opioids, alcohol-containing products, certain antidepressants (MAO inhibitors)

How to store Tuscus Paed Drops

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct light. Keep bottle tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

HIBISCUS PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVA

Therapeutic class:

Cough & Cold (Pediatric)

Drug class:

Antitussive/Expectorant combination (exact class depends on composition)