Ingredient

Tipepidine Citrate

Tipapidine Citrate is an antitussive used to relieve cough and phlegm.

All medicines
18
Combination
18
OTC medication
18

MFDS ingredient code M254445

What does it do?

Tipapidine Citrate is a centrally acting antitussive used in medications to suppress cough. It is mainly included to alleviate cough symptoms in respiratory diseases. It provides cough relief in conjunction with antipyretic, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory agents.

Tipapidine Citrate acts on the cough center in the brain to suppress the cough reflex. This helps reduce excessive coughing and aids in the expulsion of respiratory mucus. Additionally, it aids in thinning phlegm to facilitate its expulsion.

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

Good to know

Unlike other antitussives, Tipapidine Citrate selectively acts on the central nervous system to suppress cough. It has a lower risk of dependence compared to narcotic antitussives and carries relatively fewer side effects. For this reason, it is used safely for cough relief.

Medicines containing this ingredient

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

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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.