Benzonatate (Tessalon Perles) Prescribed Online

Benzonatate (Tessalon Perles) - An Overview

Benzonatate, marketed under the brand name Tessalon, is a nonnarcotic oral antitussive agent that is indicated for the symptomatic relief of cough. Push Health can connect people in need of a benzonatate prescription or Tessalon Perles with an online medical provider who can prescribe benzonatate capsules, including benzonatate 100 mg medication, when appropriate to do so.

What Is Benzonatate Used For?

What is benzonatate used for? Benzonatate is a medication used in preventing or relieving a cough. Tessalon works to reduce the cough reflex and is thought to do so anesthetizing specific receptors found in the respiratory passages and lungs. Benzonatate is sometimes prescribed along with azithromycin (Zithromax) as found in a Z-pak in helping people who are coughing and receiving treatment for a pneumonia or chronic bronchitis. Tessalon has peripheral effects only and is not thought to inhibit the respiratory center itself.

Benzonatate - Capsules Cost

The cost of benzonatate prescription medication is a relatively affordable medication at roughly forty cents per pill at many pharmacies. Some insurance plans may also cover the cost of benzonatate 100 mg capsules and benzonatate 200 mg capsules. Benzonatate coupons may also be available online or through the manufacturer. At this time, benzonatate requires a prescription from a medical provider and, as a result, benzonatate OTC is not available.

Benzonatate - Dosage

Benzonatate medication is often prescribed in the branded from, Tessalon. Tessalon Perles contain benzonatate 100 mg while Tessalon capsules contain benzonatate 200 mg. Once administered, Tessalon (benzonatate) begins to work within 15 minutes and the effects can last up to eight hours. Frequently, the dosage of Tessalon used is benzonatate 100 mg or benzonatate 200 mg up to three times per day as needed for cough. Benzonatate capsules need to be swallowed whole and not be broken, chewed, crushed, cut or dissolved.

Can I Buy Benzonatate Online?

Benzonatate and the branded version, Tessalon Perles and Tessalon capsules, are prescription medications in the US. As a result, it is not possible to just buy benzonatate online or get benzonatate OTC without a valid prescription. Push Health can connect people who might need a benzonatate prescription with an online medication provider who can prescribe benzonatate medication when appropriate to do so.

Benzonatate - Side Effects

Benzonatate prescription medication can cause side effects when used. Side effects to benzonatate include, but are not limited to, confusion, bronchospasm, nausea, constipation, and a rash. Anyone with a hypersensitivity or allergy to benzonatate or related compounds should avoid using the medication. Benzonatate medication and alcohol should not be used together. Questions regarding the side effects of benzonatate prescription medication should be directed to one's medical provider and pharmacist.

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