Drug reference
benproperine
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Drug class
Respiratory (Antitussive)
Mechanism of action
Benproperine is a cough suppressant. It is used for symptomatic relief of cough. Benproperine is 2-4 times as potent as codeine in suppressing cough in animals. It acts peripherally by blocking afferent sensory nerve impulses originating from receptors in the lungs and pleura.
Common side effects
- Drowsiness
- Fatigue
- Gastric upset
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is benproperine?
benproperine belongs to: Respiratory.
How does benproperine work?
Benproperine is a cough suppressant. It is used for symptomatic relief of cough. Benproperine is 2-4 times as potent as codeine in suppressing cough in animals. It acts peripherally by blocking afferent sensory nerve impulses originating from receptors in the lungs and pleura.
What are the common side effects of benproperine?
Drowsiness, Fatigue, Gastric upset
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