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Introduction of Deletus Tablet

New Deletus Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It narrows the small blood vessels and provides relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. It also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose, and throat irritation.

New Deletus Tablet is a combination of first generation H1 antihistaminics, cough suppressants, and sympthatomimmetic-alpha 1 medicines.

Uses of Deletus Tablet

Benefits of Deletus Tablet

In Dry cough

A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. It may cause a tickling sensation or itching in the throat and may be due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. New Deletus Tablet suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. Apart from this, it also reduces symptoms of allergy like watery eyes, sneezing and runny nose. Along with taking New Deletus Tablet, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.

Side effects of Deletus Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Deletus

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Upset stomach
  • Headache
  • Sleepiness

How to use Deletus Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. New Deletus Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with New Deletus Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
New Deletus Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
New Deletus Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
New Deletus Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
New Deletus Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of New Deletus Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
New Deletus Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
New Deletus Tablet
₹5.45/Tablet
Cozia Tablet
Aeon Pharma Pvt Ltd
₹2.25/tablet
59% cheaper

Quick tips

Deletus Tablet

  • New Deletus Tablet helps in the treatment of dry cough.
  • It is usually taken only for a short time until the symptoms clear up.
  • Measure the syrup with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon.
  • Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
  • Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache.

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Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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Doctor suggested Deletus D for cough and cold Not available in any pharmacy. Any alternative?
Dr. Vijay Verma
ENT
U need to consult the same to your Doctor who wrote these medicines
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Son is having cold, continuous cough since day before yesterday. Cough Increases while lying down. Nose is stuffy & yellow. Expectorant is also coming out sometimes. Basis his regular doctor's diagnosis, giving cepodem twice daily since yesterday night, deletus tablet twice daily since wed morning & allercent dc initially gave for 1 day twice. As his regular is not available hence checking whether these medicines are fine or not
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
Dr need a final diagnosis or provisional diagnosis to suggest you investigations or medicine or give opinion. In present situation provisional diagnosis cannot be done without taking in to consideration details of history and findings of clinical examination of patient. Advice given without doing clinical examination can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient.
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FAQs

Deletus Tablet

Can the use of New Deletus Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?

Yes, New Deletus Tablet may make you feel drowsy or may cause you to fall asleep during your daily activities. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities after taking this medicine.

Can I drink alcohol while taking New Deletus Tablet?

No, alcohol should be avoided while using New Deletus Tablet. Drinking alcohol while taking this medicine can increase the drowsiness caused by New Deletus Tablet.

Can New Deletus Tablet cause addiction?

Yes, New Deletus Tablet contains dextromethorphan. Dextromethorphan is claimed to be addictive. Consult your doctor before increasing the dose or discontinuing the use of New Deletus Tablet.

Will a higher than the recommended dosage of New Deletus Tablet be more effective?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having some serious side effects. If you experience increased severity of your symptoms, that are not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of New Deletus Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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