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Noscapine

Latest prescription information about Noscapine. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Noscapine
Pronunciation : nos-kă-pēn
Trade Name(s): 
India- Coscopin Plus syr, Coscotabs tab.
International- Asthphyllin, Capval, Demotussil, Longatin, Mercotin, Narcotine, Nipaxon, Noscaflex, Noscapina, Noscapine, Noskapin Aco, Sekiel, Tossamin, Coflin, Hoestdrank Noscapine Hcl, Nosca Mereprine, Noscaflex, Noscapine Hcl Katwijk, Noscapine Hcl Kring, Noscapine Hcl Pch, Noscapine Hcl Ratiopharm, Noscapine Hcl San, Noscapine Hcl Sandoz, Noskapin Dak, Noskapin, Roter Noscapect, Tuscalman Berna, Tuscalman, Tuscalman, Tussanil-N, Nitepax.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : 
This medication is an antitussive, prescribed for cough. It is currently under investigation for use in the treatment of several cancers.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): 


Pregnancy and hypersensitivity.


When it is to be taken : 
Adult: PO- The recommended dose is 15 to 30mg/day.
Children: 7.5mg/day.
How it should be taken : 
It comes as a tablet and syrup to take by mouth.
Special Instruction : 
* Caution should be exercised in patients with kidney, heart or lung diseases, asthma, high blood pressure, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, glaucoma and incase of allergy.
Side Effects : 
Body as a whole- Headache.
Central Nervous System- Loss of coordination, dizziness and drowsiness.
Heart- Increased heart rate.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea and vomiting.
Other Precautions : 
* Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions : 
Store it at room temperature and in an airtight container, keep away from sunlight.

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