Tussicaps are almost like a miracle drug for those with an upper respiratory issue. Takes about 20 minutes to kick in, about an hour to be fully effective, and lasts 10-12 hours. Almost completely eliminates cough - even seemingly impossible severe coughing - while drying up the congestion. Causes a little lightheadedness if taken without food, but it's an acceptable side effect to kill the cou...
It is horrible! I had a very restless night. In the morning I was vomiting extremely dizzy, and had a horrible headache. I will NEVER take this medication again!
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Anonymous | 19-24 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/7/2009
Condition: Cough
Overall rating 2.3
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I took it for broncitis and it kept me up at night and didn't stop the coughing at all.
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/6/2009
Condition: Cough
Overall rating 5.0
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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
9/30/2009
Condition: Cough
Overall rating 5.0
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Works esceptionally well. I can sleep and since I am not coughing, my husband can sleep as well.I even sleep ALL NIGHT. Truly a wonder drug.
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Anonymous | 25-34 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
8/19/2009
Condition: Cough
Overall rating 5.0
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Had pneumonia and was coughing so bad I was throwing up. This medicine completely supressed my cough. The only thing I did not like was that it made my heart race, caused me to be jittery, and I didn't sleep as good because it would cause me to wake up.
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Anonymous | 19-24 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
7/29/2009
Condition: Cough
Overall rating 3.3
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this medicine definitely helped in alleviating the overall sick feeling but was not as effective with the urge to cough. in the way of cough suppressants the liquid works a lot better.
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
5/2/2009
Condition: Cough
Overall rating 4.7
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This medication worked just fine. If I get this awful cough again, I hope the doctor prescribes it again.
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kathy | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
5/2/2009
Condition: Cough
Overall rating 2.3
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This drug did not stop my cough at night and although I only took one capsule few hr. before going to sleep, it made me feel as though I was walking in my sleep and dreaming with my eyes open the next day. Very bizzare--will not take again!!!
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Anonymous | 25-34 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
3/26/2009
Condition: Cough
Overall rating 3.3
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I had a horrible allergic reaction - I broke out in itchy hives all over my body! I will never take this product again! I've never had an allergic reaction to anything in my life...until now. I guess you can look on the bright side and say at least I stopped coughing!
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Purple Pride | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
3/8/2009
Condition: Cough
Overall rating 4.3
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Anonymous | 25-34 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
11/11/2008
Condition: Cough
Overall rating 5.0
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Best thing ever! Worked like a charm... slept all night as well. Wouldn't think of taking anything else ever again when I have a hacking cough. WOW!
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/26/2008
Condition: Cough
Overall rating 4.0
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I'm not coughing after just 1 dose, but I'm soooooooo dizzy.
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Anonymous | 25-34 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/23/2008
Condition: Cough
Overall rating 5.0
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Seems to work quicker for me than the cough syrups I've used in the past. The best thing about it is you don't have to mess with the bad taste!
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jonesy | 35-44 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/20/2008
Condition: Cough
Overall rating 5.0
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I have taken other cough syrups before, including Tussionex. I like the capsule better since I did not have to taste or measure it.
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