What are Tussionex’s active ingredients?
Tussionex is a cough product that contains two active ingredients:
- Hydrocodone (an opioid cough suppressant)
- Chlorpheniramine (an antihistamine)
What are the exact ingredients (including strengths) in Tussionex?
Tussionex is marketed in a few formulations by strength, but the key active ingredients stay the same: hydrocodone + chlorpheniramine. The specific milligram strengths depend on the product label (for example, the common extended-release combination uses hydrocodone in a sustained-release form along with chlorpheniramine).
Does the ingredient list differ between Tussionex and generic versions?
Generics typically match the same active ingredients (hydrocodone + chlorpheniramine) but can vary in:
- the exact strength
- the inactive ingredients (excipients like fillers, flavors, and stabilizers)
- the formulation details (for example, extended-release vs other formats)
What inactive ingredients should I check for?
Inactive ingredients are listed on the specific bottle/carton labeling and can matter for allergies or dietary restrictions (for example, certain dyes, sweeteners, or alcohol content). If you share the exact Tussionex product name and strength from your label (or a photo of the ingredient panel), I can help you identify the inactive ingredients too.
Where can I find the official ingredient information?
For the most reliable label-specific information, check the package insert or the medication label for your exact Tussionex product. If you want, tell me the exact formulation and strength (e.g., the bottle’s wording) and I’ll guide you on what to look for.
Sources
None provided (the ingredients are based on general product knowledge; if you want, share your exact label so I can match it precisely).