Riotuss Syrup is a medicine used to treat dry cough. It works by suppressing the cough reflex in the brain. It also thins the mucus and makes it easier to cough out. Additionally, it relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose, and throat irritation.

Riotuss Syrup is a combination of cough suppressant, expectorant, sympathomimetic-alpha 1, H1 antihistaminic medicines.

Uses of Riotuss Syrup

Dry cough

Benefits of Riotuss Syrup

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. Riotuss Syrup 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 Riotuss Syrup, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.

Side effects of Riotuss Syrup

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 Riotuss

Nausea
Stomach pain
Diarrhea
Upset stomach
Vomiting
Loss of appetite
Dizziness
Headache
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Rash
Hives
Itching
Sleepiness

How to use Riotuss Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Riotuss Syrup 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 Riotuss Syrup. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Riotuss Syrup 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

Riotuss Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Larger doses or prolonged use of Riotuss Syrup may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby

Driving

UNSAFE

Riotuss Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Riotuss Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Riotuss Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Riotuss Syrup may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

Liver

UNSAFE

Riotuss Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Riotuss Syrup

Riotuss Syrup 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 Riotuss Syrup 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

What is a dry and productive cough syrup for baby

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In dry cough cough suppressants are used. In productive cough mucolytics are used.

i have dry cough & cold so which syrup i take levosalbutamol / terbutaline I am a MR in fdc i have salbutol-ls syrup

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Diabetology

U can take montair LC and cough suppressant if it's dry cough

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