Benza Block Cough Suppressant 36 Tablets [Designated Class 2 OTC Drug]

Product Information

●In addition to antitussive and expectorant ingredients such as dihydrocodeine phosphate and bromhexine hydrochloride, it contains tranexamic acid, which suppresses pain and swelling. It works well on coughs and phlegm accompanied by a sore throat.
●Pale green, round film-coated tablets with a menthol scent, giving a refreshing feeling when taken.
Deviating from the specified dosage and administration of a medicine can lead to serious harm to health. Always read the product instructions carefully before use and follow the dosage and administration. Even when a medicine is used correctly according to the dosage and administration, side effects may occur. If you notice anything unusual, stop use immediately and consult a doctor or pharmacist.

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●Precautions for Use
■■Things You Must Not Do■■ (Not observing these may worsen current symptoms or make side effects and accidents more likely.)
1. The following persons must not take this medicine.
(1) Persons who have had allergic symptoms caused by this medicine or its ingredients.
(2) Children under 12 years.
2. While taking this medicine, do not use any of the following medicines: other antitussive and expectorant medicines, cold medicines, sedatives, oral medicines containing antihistamines, etc. (oral medicines for nasal inflammation (rhinitis), motion sickness medicines, allergy medicines, hypnotic sedatives, etc.), oral medicines containing tranexamic acid
3. Do not drive a vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine. (Drowsiness, etc. may occur.)
4. Persons who are breastfeeding should not take this medicine, or should avoid breastfeeding if they take this medicine.
5. Do not take more than the specified dose or use continuously for a long period.
■■Things To Consult On■■
1. The following persons should consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered salesclerk before taking this medicine.
(1) Persons receiving treatment from a doctor or dentist.
(2) Persons who are pregnant or who think they may be pregnant.
(3) Elderly persons.
(4) Persons who have had allergic symptoms caused by medicines, etc.
(5) Persons with the following symptom:
High fever
(6) Persons who have received the following diagnoses:
Heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, kidney disease, thyroid dysfunction, persons with blood clots (cerebral thrombosis, myocardial infarction, thrombophlebitis), persons at risk of developing thrombosis, respiratory dysfunction, obstructive sleep apnea syndrome, obesity
2. If any of the following symptoms appear after taking this medicine, they may be side effects. Stop taking it immediately and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered salesclerk, bringing this document with you.

Relevant Area – Symptoms
Skin – Rash/redness, itching
Digestive system – Nausea/vomiting, loss of appetite, heartburn, stomach discomfort, abdominal pain
Psychiatric/nervous system – Dizziness, headache
Respiratory system – Bloody sputum

The following serious symptoms may occur rarely.
In that case, see a doctor immediately.

Symptom Name – Symptoms
Shock (anaphylaxis) – Immediately after taking the medicine, itching of the skin, hives,
hoarseness, sneezing, itchy throat, difficulty breathing, palpitations, clouding of consciousness, etc. appear.

Respiratory depression – Shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, etc. appear.

3. The following symptoms may appear after taking this medicine. If they persist or worsen, stop taking it and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered salesclerk, bringing this document with you.
Constipation, diarrhea, drowsiness

4. If symptoms do not improve after taking this medicine 5 to 6 times, stop taking it and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered salesclerk, bringing this document with you.


●Indications
Coughs and phlegm accompanied by a sore throat


●Dosage and Administration
Take the following dose within 30 minutes after meals if possible, with water or hot water, without chewing.
Age – Single dose – Times per day
15 years and older – 3 tablets – 3 times
12 to 14 years – 2 tablets – 3 times
Under 12 years – Do not take.

<Precautions related to dosage and administration>
(1) When giving this medicine to a child, do so under the guidance and supervision of a parent or guardian.
(2) Strictly follow the dosage and administration.
(3) How to remove the tablets
Press the raised part of the PTP sheet containing the tablet firmly with your fingertip to break the aluminum foil on the back, take out the tablet, and take it. (If you accidentally swallow the sheet as it is, it may pierce the mucous membrane of the esophagus or cause other unexpected accidents.)


●Ingredients and Amounts
In 9 tablets (daily dose for persons 15 years and older)
Ingredient – Amount – Action
Dihydrocodeine phosphate – 30 mg – Relieves cough
dl-Methylephedrine hydrochloride – 75 mg – Relieves cough
Noscapine – 60 mg – Relieves cough
Bromhexine hydrochloride – 12 mg – Makes phlegm easier to expel
Tranexamic acid – 420 mg – Relieves sore throat

Additives: lactose hydrate, cellulose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, macrogol, titanium oxide, sodium copper chlorophyllin, carnauba wax, peppermint oil


●Precautions for Storage and Handling
(1) Store in a cool place with low humidity, away from direct sunlight.
(2) Store out of the reach of children.
(3) Do not transfer to another container (this may cause misuse or change the quality).
(4) Do not take the product after the expiration date.
(5) Write the date you opened the inner bag (aluminum bag) in the "Date opened" field on the box.
(6) Once the inner bag (aluminum bag) has been opened, to maintain quality, take the medicine as soon as possible, within about 2 months of the opening date.
(7) Do not swallow the desiccant inside the inner bag (aluminum bag).


●Contact Information
For inquiries about the contents of this product, please contact the store where you purchased it or the following.
Alinamin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. "Customer Consultation Office"
〒541-0045 大阪市中央区道修町四丁目1番1号 Toll-free 0120-567-087
Hours: 9:00 to 17:00 (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays)
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