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Medicines generally associated with dry or productive cough.
Commonly associated with dry, irritating cough.
Acts on the cough centre of the brain to suppress the cough reflex.
Avoid combining with certain antidepressants; not generally advised for young children without medical advice.
Use only as advised by a qualified doctor or pharmacist.
Generally used for chesty cough with thick mucus.
An expectorant that thins mucus, making it easier to clear.
Drink adequate fluids; seek medical advice if cough lasts more than a couple of weeks or with blood in sputum.
Use only as advised by a qualified doctor or pharmacist.
Occasionally prescribed for severe cough in adults.
An opioid that suppresses the cough reflex.
Risk of drowsiness, dependence and breathing problems; strictly prescription-only and unsuitable for children.
Use only as advised by a qualified doctor or pharmacist.