Cloperastine
Uses of Cloperastine
Cloperastine is used in the treatment of dry cough.
How Cloperastine Works
Cloperastine acts as a cough suppressant that works on the central nervous system of an individual.
Side Effects of Cloperastine
Nausea, Vomiting, Drowsiness, Dry mouth, Anorexia,
Warnings
Kidney Safe If Prescribed
Cloperastine is known to be safe when used in patients with kidney diseases
Alcohol Limited Data
There may be an interaction between Cloperastine and alcohol if taken together by changing the manner in which the medication works or having a rise in the unwanted effects caused by the medication.
Pregnancy Not Safe
There are no sufficient investigations in knowing the safety of Cloperastine in pregnancy. It would be ideal if patient consults the doctor gauge before taking this medicine to know the risks beforehand.
Driving Not advisable
Do not drive except if you are feeling well after taking Cloperastine as it may cause symptoms, for example, anorexia and drowsiness which could influence the potential to focus and drive. It is not advisable to drive while taking this medication.
Liver Limited Data
Cloperastine is known to be safe when used in patients with liver diseases.
Lactation Limited Data
There are no satisfactory data to identify the risk of using this medicine while breastfeeding. It would be ideal if patient consults the doctor gauge before taking this medicine to know the risks beforehand.
Written by Dr Sri Viknarajan, MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)
Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
