Ingredient

Noscapine

Noscapine is an ingredient that acts to suppress cough.

All medicines
35
Combination
35
OTC medication
35

MFDS ingredient code M040059

What does it do?

Noscapine is an alkaloid classified as an antitussive. It is primarily used in medications to alleviate cough. It does not have antipyretic or analgesic effects and is specialized in reducing cough.

Noscapine acts on the cough center in the brain to inhibit the cough reflex. As a result, the frequency and intensity of coughing decrease, providing comfort to the patient. It acts directly on the central nervous system, but unlike narcotic antitussives, it has low analgesic effects and dependency potential.

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike narcotic antitussives such as codeine, noscapine has a low risk of addiction and does not have analgesic effects. Additionally, it does not increase mucus secretion, resulting in weak expectorant action. These characteristics make it primarily used for cough suppression.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

Combined ingredients

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.