Benzonatate Oral - Tessalon Perles - Drugs Information, Side Effects, & Interactions

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Benzonatate (ben-ZOE-na-tate)

Treats cough.

Tessalon Perles
There may be other brand names for this medicine.

You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to benzonatate in the past.

Capsule, Liquid Filled Capsule

Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take and how often.
Swallow the capsules whole; do not crush or chew. Chewing the capsule may numb your mouth and throat and you could choke.

If a dose is missed:

Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
If it is almost time for the next dose, wait until then to take your medicine and skip the missed dose.
You should not use two doses at the same time.

Keep this medication in the original tightly closed, light-resistant container.
Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and light.
Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Keep all medicine away from children.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
Benzonatate is not recommended for children younger than 10 years old.

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

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