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Tessalon

Generic Name: benzonatate (oral) (ben ZOE na tate)
Brand Names: Tessalon

What is benzonatate?

Benzonatate is a local anesthetic. It numbs or reduces feeling in the throat and lungs.

Benzonatate is used to relieve coughing.

Benzonatate may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about benzonatate?

Do not suck or chew the capsules. Swallow them whole. Sucking or chewing the capsules may cause the mouth and throat to feel numb or frozen, and choking may occur.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking benzonatate?

Do not take benzonatate without first talking to your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to it or to other topical anesthetic agents such as tetracaine or procaine (found in some insect bite and sunburn creams).

How should I take benzonatate?

Take benzonatate exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Do not suck or chew the capsules. Swallow them whole. Sucking or chewing the capsules may cause the mouth and throat to feel numb or frozen, and choking may occur.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication.

What happens if I overdose?

Symptoms of an overdose of benzonatate include numbness in the mouth or throat, restlessness, tremor or shaking, seizures, and death.

What should I avoid while taking benzonatate?

Do not suck or chew the capsules. Swallow them whole. Sucking or chewing the capsules may cause the mouth and throat to feel numb or frozen, and choking may occur.

Benzonatate side effects

• an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);

• choking from chewing or sucking on the capsules; or

• confusion or hallucinations.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take benzonatate and talk to your doctor if you experience

• headache;

• dizziness;

• sleepiness;

• nausea, stomach upset, constipation; or

• itching.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect benzonatate?

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products during treatment with benzonatate.

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist has more information about benzonatate written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Benzonatate is available with a prescription under the brand Tessalon Perles. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

• Tessalon Perles 100 mg--clear-yellow, round capsules

• Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed
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