Diabetic Tussin® Sore Throat & Cough Lozenges
Diabetic Tussin® Sore Throat & Cough Lozenges
Made Without Sodium
Numbs Throat
Sugar Free
Diabetic Tussin® Sore Throat & Cough Lozenges are sugar-free cough suppressant designed specifically for individuals with diabetes. These lozenges provide temporary relief from cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation. They offer effective, diabetic-safe relief while being free of added sugars. Perfect for managing cough symptoms on the go.
Temporarily relieves:
- occasional minor irritation, pain, sore throat and sore mouth
- cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
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Ingredients
Active ingredients:
Benzocaine 6 mg
Dextromethorphan HBr 5 mg
Menthol 10 mg
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Directions
Adults and children over 12 years of age: 2 lozenges every 4 hours – not to exceed 12 lozenges every 24 hours.
Children 6–12 years of age: Ask a doctor before use.
Children under 6 years of age: Do not use.
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Warnings
Methemoglobinemia warning:
Use of this product may cause methemoglobinemia, a serious condition that must be treated promptly because it reduces the amount of oxygen carried in blood. This can occur even if you have used this product before. Stop use and seek immediate medical attention if you or a child in your care develops:
pale, gray, or blue colored skin (cyanosis)
headache
rapid heart rate
shortness of breath
dizziness or lightheadedness
fatigue or lack of energy
Allergy alert: Do not use this product if you have a history of allergy to local anesthetics such as procaine, butacaine, benzocaine or other “caine” anesthetics. If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Sore Throat Warning: Severe or persistent sore throat, or sore throat accompanied by high fever, headache, nausea, and vomiting may be serious. Consult a doctor promptly. Do not use more than 2 days or give to children under 6 years of age unless directed by a doctor.
Do not use
- this product if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions, or Parkinson’s disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you are uncertain whether your prescription drug contains an MAOI, consult a health care professional before taking this product
- for teething
- In children under 6 years of age
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- a persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema
- a cough accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus)
When using this product
do not exceed recommended dosage.
Stop use and ask a dentist or doctor if
- sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days
- irritation, pain or redness persists or worsens
- swelling, rash or fever develops
- cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
If pregnant or breast-feeding,
ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
