Carbetapentane Citrate
Carbetapentane Citrate is a non-narcotic antitussive (cough suppressant) used to temporarily relieve coughing due to minor throat and bronchial irritation. It acts on the cough center in the brain to reduce the urge to cough, providing symptomatic relief rather than treating the underlying condition.
Carbetapentane Citrate is a cough suppressant used to relieve temporary cough symptoms associated with minor respiratory irritation.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 283547
- Generic
- Carbetapentane Citrate
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- Allfen CX
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Used for temporary relief of cough caused by minor throat and bronchial irritation, such as that associated with the common cold, inhaled irritants, or upper respiratory infections. Often found in combination with other cold medications.
Acts as a cough suppressant by depressing the medullary cough center in the brain, reducing the frequency and intensity of the cough reflex. It does not contain narcotic properties.
Non-narcotic formulation with lower risk of dependence compared to opioid-based antitussives. May cause drowsiness in some individuals. Should not be used for chronic cough associated with smoking, asthma, or emphysema unless directed by a physician. Consult a healthcare provider before use in children, pregnant, or nursing individuals.
Official drug label
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