A dry cough produces little or no mucus or sputum
A dry, hacking cough may develop toward the end or a cold or after exposure to an irritant, such as dust or smoke.
Coughing is a sudden noisy expulsion of air from the lungs. This is body's natural reflex to expel any foreign matter that is accumulated In the airways. Most people with a cold or flu develop a cough. It can be dry and Itchy, or chesty and phlegmy.
Dry cough, also known as non-productive cough may be caused due to a number of reasons, some of the common ones being-
Viral Infection- After a common cold, a dry cough may last several weeks longer than other symptoms and often gets worse at night
Allergies
Exposure to irritants such as dust, fumes and chemicals in the work environment
Asthma. A chronic dry cough may be a sign of mild asthma.
Blockage of the airway by an inhaled object
Throat irritation
Allergies
Dry itchy feeling in the throat
Sore throat
Persistent cough which does not produce
any sputum or mucus
Remember, cough is only a symptom, not a disease. Treating the underlying cause of your cough gives you the best chance of relief.
However, sometimes, specific cough remedies are needed to help ease the symptoms of a dry cough.
Conventional medicines such as ‘cough suppressants’ reduce the activity of the cough reflex and suppresses the urge to cough. They work by suppressing dry, hacking cough that keeps you awake all night.
Cough Suppressants are also known as ‘Antitussives’. A commonly available antitussive in the market is Dextromethorphan. These are commonly available at Chemist Stores or Pharmacies.
Benadryl® has a specific variant for dry cough & sore throat - Benadryl® DR.
Q: What is dry cough?
A: A dry cough is a persistent cough that does not produce sputum or mucus.
Q: What are antitussives?
A: Antitussives are the ‘cough suppressants’ that reduces the activity of the cough reflex and suppresses the urge to cough.
Q: Does Benadryl® DR contain a fever reducer or a pain reliever?
A: No. Benadryl® DR contains a single active ingredient, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, which suppresses cough.
Q: How much does of Benadryl® DR should one take?
A: Benadryl® DR pack contains dosage instructions and guidelines. You may find the dosage instructions here-Benadryl® DR.
Q: Cough syrups often cause sleepiness or drowsy feeling. Does Benadryl® DR cause drowsiness?
A: No. Benadryl® DR contains a ‘Non-drowsy’ formula for relief from cough without causing any drowsiness.
Q: Can Benadryl® DR be taken with other medications?
A: If you are taking any other medications or if you have any other medical condition, you should consult your physician before using taking Benadryl® DR.
Q: Where can I obtain ingredient information for Benadryl® DR?
A: Ingredient information can be found on this link- Benadryl® DR.
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