9 best dry cough medicine

Coughing is a defense mechanism that helps the airways get rid of irritating particles. When choosing the tactics of treatment pay attention to its productivity. Dry (non-productive) is characterized by the absence of sputum. Often it precedes a wet one, so in order to alleviate the condition of the patient, they try to transfer a dry cough to a wet one.

When attacks of painful dry cough do not do without means that suppress it. They can act: centrally or peripherally. Our experts conducted a study and compiled a ranking of the best antitussive and combination drugs that are appropriate for dry cough.

Top Dry Cough Medication Top

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best remedies for dry cough central action	1	Synecod syrup	290 ₽
	2	Panatus Forte tablets	170 ₽
	3	Bronholitin syrup	125 ₽
The best cures for dry cough peripheral action	1	Libexin tablets	463 ₽
	2	Falimint dragee	193 ₽
The best combination drugs for dry cough	1	Stotussin tablets	207 ₽
	2	Glycodin Syrup	108 ₽
	3	Tussin plus syrup	285 ₽
	4	Terasil-D syrup	88 ₽

The best remedies for dry cough central action

When using antitussive agents of central action, the effect is achieved by depressing the corresponding areas in the medulla oblongata. The active ingredients of this group are divided into narcotic (codeine, ethyl morphine) and non-narcotic (butamirate, glaucine, oxedelin). Recently, narcotic drugs are not used because they depress respiration, provoke constipation, and also cause addiction.

Synecod syrup

Rating: 4.9

The first place in the ranking of the best antitussive drugs given to Sinekod. This Swiss medicine is available in the form of syrup (from 3 years old) and drops (from 2 months). The active ingredient of Sinekod is butamirate. It has a direct effect on the cough center, dilates the bronchi, facilitates breathing.

Take medicine before meals 3-4 times a day. The clear syrup has a vanilla smell and a sweetish taste. On the bottle is a special cap with protection against opening by children. There is a measuring cup, which helps to strictly follow the recommendations for use, written in the instructions.

Panatus Forte tablets

Rating: 4.8

In the second place of the ranking is the medicine Panatus Forte. The drug is available in Slovenia by the KRKA pharmaceutical company. One tablet contains 50 mg of butamirata citrate. This release form is suitable for the treatment of adults and children from the age of 12, and Panatus Forte syrup is produced for younger patients. The drug is appropriate for the relief of dry cough of any origin.

For adults, these tablets are more convenient to use than synekod syrup. In addition, one plate is enough for a minimal course of treatment. Take the medicine inside before eating.Panatus Forte acts a little weaker than the Swedish counterpart, but still it is possible to stop the attacks of dry cough.

Reviews of Panatus Forte are mostly positive. Adults are attracted by the fact that the medicine is released in pills, and also has an affordable price. It copes well with the tasks and at the same time does not cause undesirable consequences inherent in narcotic antitussives.

Bronholitin syrup

Rating: 4.7

Bronholitin was ranked third. This is a Bulgarian antitussive syrup containing glaucine with ephedrine. The first substance suppresses the cough center, and the second expands the bronchi, stimulates respiration and, due to the vasoconstrictive action, eliminates the swelling of the bronchial mucous membrane. And the syrup contains basil oil, which has antimicrobial and antispasmodic effects.

Bronholitin is indicated for the treatment of various pathologies accompanied by a dry cough. Suitable for the treatment of children from 3 years. Take the syrup inside after eating. The drug is a clear liquid with a specific taste and aroma. It causes more side effects than drugs based on butamirate. Increased blood pressure, rapid heartbeat, excessive sweating, insomnia are not excluded.

In their reviews, patients note that syrup well suppresses a painful cough, but you need to adapt to take it in order to reduce the number of adverse reactions. Some try to use it before 16:00, so as not to cause insomnia. And to reduce the appearance of other side effects, even adults drink it not in 10 ml, but in 5 ml. This is enough to stop a dry cough and relieve bronchospasm.

The best cures for dry cough peripheral action

Peripheral antitussives affect the sensory endings in the respiratory mucosa. They deservedly fall into the ranking of the best drugs for dry cough, because they are able to block the peripheral links of the cough reflex due to the following effects:

1. local anesthesia reduces irritability of peripheral cough receptors;
2. bronchial dilatation suppresses stretch receptors involved in the cough reflex;
3. a slight decrease in the activity of the respiratory center (without respiratory depression).
4. Peripheral effect has prenoksdiazine and acetylaminonitropropoxybenzene.

Libexin tablets

Rating: 4.9

The first place ranking is Hungarian Libeksin. One tablet contains 100 mg of prenoxdiazine. In its effectiveness, it is not inferior to narcotic codeine, but it does not cause addiction and drug dependence. And with chronic bronchitis, there is also an anti-inflammatory effect from this drug.

For the treatment of children, these tablets are used with caution. The dose is selected depending on body weight. After ingestion, the drug begins to act within half an hour, and the antitussive effect lasts for 6-8 hours. The tablet should be swallowed without chewing to avoid anesthesia of the oral mucosa.

According to reviews Libeksin perfectly relieves cough reflex. This is an effective symptomatic remedy, especially when tormenting a night of coughing. Many people note that the pills are very bitter, and even the tongue becomes numb from them for a few minutes, so they need to be swallowed quickly. But it is easy to do, because their size is small.In general, Libexin is well tolerated by patients, but if you exceed the dosage, drowsiness and weakness are possible.

Falimint dragee

Rating: 4.8

Next in the ranking of the best is the Falimint. It is produced by the German pharmaceutical company Berlin Hemi. The active component of this drug is acetylaminonitropoxybenzene. It refers to antitussives of peripheral action. Eliminates unproductive irritating cough. When resorption creates a feeling of coolness in the mouth and throat.

Falimint is used to treat adults and children over 5 years old. The tablets are not swallowed, but kept in the mouth until completely dissolved. They are small, smooth, with a pleasant, but pronounced mint flavor. This dragee is allowed to dissolve every 2-3 hours, but not more than 10 pieces per day. Coughing episodes pass immediately and do not bother for at least another 40 minutes.

Often, in reviews, patients praise Falimint for the fact that it relieves coughing attacks well, leaves a slight coolness in the mouth, but does not dry the mucous membranes and does not cause numbness. The drug does not cause adverse, therefore, deservedly included in the ranking of the best drugs for dry cough.

The best combination drugs for dry cough

Combined agents contain not only antitussive components, but also antihistamine, anti-inflammatory, vasoconstrictor, mucolytics. They are appropriate for dry cough, appearing against the background of colds. And also in cases where it is necessary to translate into wet.

Stotussin tablets

Rating: 4.9

First place in the ranking of the best combined means is Israeli drug Stoptussin, produced by the pharmaceutical company Teva. This remedy effectively turns a dry cough into a wet one. This effect is explained by the content of butamirate (antitussive) and guvifenesin (mucolytic).

The drug is prescribed for adults and children over 12 years. For babies from 6 months Stoptussin is available in drops. The dosage is selected depending on body weight. Take the medicine inside, after a meal. The tablet is not chewed and washed down with a glass of water without gases. Along with the suppression of coughing, he dilutes the sputum and promotes its discharge.

In the reviews, patients note that Stoptussin cleans up a dry, irritating cough. The drug is deservedly in the ranking of the best, because it is well tolerated and does not cause adverse, if you precisely follow the instructions. But some do not like the specific aroma of tablets and pronounced bitterness in the taste.

Glycodin Syrup

Rating: 4.8

In the second place of the ranking is the Indian combination drug Glycodin. It contains 3 active ingredients: dextromethorphan (antitussive), terpinehydrate (expectorant), levomenthol (antispasmodic). This medicine is appropriate for acute and chronic respiratory diseases, accompanied by dry irritating cough.

Glycodine is used to treat adults and children from 4 years. Syrup is a viscous thick liquid with a specific odor. A measuring spoon is attached to the bottle. Since the composition contains a morphine-like substance, it is important not to abuse the medicine.Otherwise, drowsiness, dizziness, nausea or rash on the skin.

In the reviews, patients note that this drug deservedly falls into the rating of the best remedies for dry cough. A positive result after taking Glycodine does not take long to wait. Barking, agonizing cough turns into a wet and after 5-7 days comes full recovery. At observance of dosages the medicine is well tolerated by any age groups.

Tussin plus syrup

Rating: 4.9

Third place in the ranking went to the American syrup Tussin Plus. It contains 2 active ingredients: dextromethorphan (antitussive), guaynefenesine (mucolytic). The drug is prescribed to alleviate the symptoms of colds, flu, ARVI, accompanied by cough.

Tussin plus is allowed for use from 6 years. Take it inside after eating with a teaspoon or a measuring cup. It is recommended to use enough liquid during treatment. The syrup has a bright cherry color and aroma, as well as a sweetish taste. During treatment, urine often becomes pink.

According to reviews of those who were able to cure cough for colds with Tussin plus syrup, the drug is effective and has a rather pleasant taste. But some still confused by the presence of dyes and flavors in the composition. Nevertheless, Tussin Plus suppresses cough for 5-6 hours and gradually translates it into productive (wet).

Terasil-D syrup

Rating: 4.8

In fourth place in the ranking is the Indian syrup Terasil-D. The drug contains 3 active ingredients: dextromethorphan (antitussive), phenylephrine (vasoconstrictor), chlorphenamine (antihistamine). Terasil-D is prescribed for the symptomatic treatment of dry irritating cough for colds and other acute or chronic respiratory diseases.

Syrup is allowed for use since six years. The medicine is a yellow, viscous liquid with a fruity aroma and a sweetish taste. The drug relieves coughing well, but each of its components can cause a large list of adverse reactions.

In their responses, patients note that it is a very effective, but “heavy” drug, which should be resorted to only as a last resort, when there is no other way out. In case of an overdose, Terasil-D causes excitement, increase in blood pressure, heart rhythm disturbance, dry mouth and urinary retention.

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