Halls/Halls Sugar Free Cough Drops
Generic Drug
Menthol Cough Suppressant Drops
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Dosage Forms (Warner-Lambert Company)
Oral lozenge: Menthol varying from 5mg to 12mg depending upon flavor
Adult Dosing Guidelines
- Adults and children 5 years and over: dissolve 1 drop slowly in mouth. Repeat every hour as needed or as directed by a doctor.
Pediatric Dosing Guidelines
Children under 5 years of age: Consult a doctor.
Triage Questions About Treatment or Related Issues
1. Is the patient pregnant or lactating?
2. What symptoms are present?
3. Does the patient have difficulty in swallowing?
4. Does the patient have hypertension, diabetes, CAD, Asthma?
5. Does the patient have any pertinent allergies?
6. Does the patient prefer a certain flavor?
General Information
Menthol is either extracted from peppermint oil or prepared synthetically. It is thought to exert it’s action by depressing cutaneous receptors and providing a cooling effect. In higher doses, menthol can act as a counterirritant. The fatal dose of menthol for humans is thought to be approximately 2 grams. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition. Consult a doctor promptly if symptoms persist for more than one week or are accompanied by fever, rash or persistent headache. A severe or persistent sore throat may be a sign of a serious condition. Consult a doctor promptly if symptoms persist for more than 2 days or are accompanied by fever, rash or persistent headache, swelling, nausea or vomiting. In diabetic patients, Halls Sugar Free Cough Suppressant Drops are a good alternative. KEEP THIS AND ALL DRUGS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
Adverse Reactions/Side Effects
Menthol has been known to cause sensitization in patients although the sensitization rate is low. Counsel patient on the signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction.
Contraindications: children less than 5 years of age and during lactation, persistent or chronic cough such that occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema, or if cough is accompanied by excessive phlegm unless directed by a doctor.
Natural Products or Nutritional Interactions (if applicable)
Use caution in ingestion of additional products that contain peppermint or Menthol..