Benzonatate 200 mg capsule?

Benzonatate is a prescription cough suppressant. Here’s a quick overview about the 200 mg capsule question and general use:

- Do 200 mg capsules exist?
- The most common formulation is 100 mg soft gelatin capsules (brand Tessalon Perles). Some generics may be 200 mg capsules, but this is less common and availability varies by country and manufacturer. Check the product label or your prescription to be sure.

- Typical dosing (adult, guidance only; follow your prescription)
- If using 100 mg capsules: usually 100 mg by mouth every 6 hours as needed, up to a maximum of 600 mg per day.
- If using 200 mg capsules (per your clinician’s instructions): dosing would be adjusted accordingly (e.g., 200 mg every 6 hours as prescribed), but do not exceed 600 mg per day unless your prescriber says otherwise.
- Do not chew, crush, or dissolve the capsule in the mouth. Swallow whole with water.

- Important safety and administration notes
- Do not use in children under 10 years old.
- Do not take if you’re allergic to benzonatate or to other anesthetic agents like benzocaine or procaine.
- The capsule can numb the mouth and throat; avoid eating or drinking until the numbness wears off to reduce choking risk.
- Avoid drinking alcohol and limit other sedatives until you know how benzonatate affects you.
- Side effects can include drowsiness, dizziness, headache, nausea, and upset stomach. Rarely, people may have allergic reactions or severe mouth numbness.

- When to seek help
- If you have trouble breathing, severe allergic reactions (rash, swelling of face/throat, trouble breathing), or signs of overdose (confusion, seizures, fainting), seek urgent medical care.

If you want, tell me your country and whether you have a 100 mg or 200 mg capsule prescribed, and I can tailor dosing guidance and confirm what the label likely shows. If you have a current prescription, follow that label and your clinician’s instructions.