Medications and their Potential to Cause Increase 'Hairy Tongue'(Abnormal Tongue Coating)

Creator: Dr. M. Janani Priya
Keywords: Hairy Tongue, Abnormal Tongue Coating, Amoxicillin, Amoxicillin and Bromhexine, Amoxicillin and Carbocisteine

Developed by - Dr. M. Janani Priya, Pharm D

Reviewed by - Dr. M. Sree Mohana Preetha, Pharm D

Last Updated on Nov 16, 2023

This section presents medications that are known to potentially lead to 'Hairy Tongue' as a side effect. It's important to note that mild side effects are quite common with medications.

Please be aware that the drugs listed here are individual medications and may be part of a broader combination therapy. This information is meant to be a helpful resource but should not replace professional medical advice. If you're concerned about 'Hairy Tongue', it's best to consult a healthcare professional.

In addition to 'Hairy Tongue', other symptoms or signs might better match your side effect. We have listed these below for your convenience. If you find a symptom that more closely resembles your experience, you can use it to identify potential medications that might be the cause.

Drugs with the Side Effect - Hairy Tongue

Amoxicillin and Bromhexine

Most other Common Side Effects: Headache, nausea, dizziness, vomiting, abdominal fullness

Captopril

Most other Common Side Effects: Headache, nausea, dizziness, vomiting, abdominal fullness

Carbamazepine

Most other Common Side Effects: Headache, nausea, dizziness, vomiting, abdominal fullness

References

https://www.fda.gov/drugs/information-consumers-and-patients-drugs/finding-and-learning-about-side-effects-adverse-reactions
https://nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/ui/search
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/

Last Updated on Nov 16, 2023