Drugs
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Tessalon (benzonatate) Information
Benzonatate is a prescription drug approved for relief of cough in patients over 10 years of age. The safety and effectiveness of benzonatate in children under 10 years of age have not been established. Benzonatate is sold under the brand-name Tessalon and is also sold in generic preparations.
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Related Information
FDA Drug Safety Communication: Death resulting from overdose after accidental ingestion of Tessalon (benzonatate) by children under 10 years of age
12/14/2010FDA Drug Safety Podcast for Healthcare Professionals: Death resulting from overdose after accidental ingestion of Tessalon (benzonatate) by children under 10 years of age
12/16/2010FDA says Tessalon liquid cough capsules pose risk for young children [ARCHIVED]
FDA news release (12/14/2010)- Tessalon (benzonatate): Potential for Accidental Ingestion by Children
MedWatch Safety Alert (12/14/2010)
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Regulatory History and Labeling from Drugs@FDA
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