Histrelin Implant (CPP) and Lortuss EX

• Generic Name: histrelin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names:

  Supprelin LA, Vantas, Supprelin

• It is used to delay puberty in children who are maturing too early.
• If your child has been given histrelin implant (CPP) for some other reason, talk with the doctor about the benefits and risks. Talk with the doctor if you have questions or concerns about giving histrelin implant (CPP) to your child.

• Generic Name: codeine / guaifenesin / pseudoephedrine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Ambifed CD, Biotussin DAC, Cheratussin DAC, Guaifen DAC, Lortuss EX, Maxifed-G CD, Nucofed Pediatric Expectorant, Tricode GF, Tusnel C, Virtussin DAC, Virtussin DAC

Codeine is a narcotic cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex.

Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth.

Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).

Lortuss EX is a combination medicine used to treat cough, stuffy nose, and sinus congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.

Lortuss EX will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema.

Lortuss EX may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.