dry cough (DBCOND0094420)

Identifiers

Synonyms
Dry cough (finding) / Cough nonproductive / Coughing / Cough / Coughing - function (qualifier value) / Cough (finding)

Associated Data

Indicated Drugs and Targets
DrugDescriptionTargets
Ammonium chloride
Expectorant in cough syrups. The ammonium ion (NH4+) in the body plays an important role in the maintenance of acid-base balance. The kidney uses ammonium (NH4+) in place of sodium...
No drug targets
Benzoic acid
An antimicrobial food additive.
Cetylpyridinium
A compound used to reduce plaque and gingivitis, as well as whiten teeth.
No drug targets
Chlorpheniramine
A histamine-H1 receptor antagonist indicated for the management of symptoms associated with upper respiratory allergies.
Cloperastine
Cloperastine is a cough suppressant that acts on the central nervous system.
No drug targets
Codeine
An opioid analgesic used to treat moderate to severe pain when the use of an opioid is indicated.
Diphenhydramine
A H1 receptor antihistamine used in the treatment of seasonal allergies, and various allergic reactions including sneezing, runny nose, itchy/watery eyes, itching of nose or throat, pruritus, urticaria, insect bites/stings, and allergic rashes.
Dropropizine
A peripherally acting cough suppressant.
No drug targets
Ephedrine
An alpha and beta-adrenergic agonist indicated to treat hypotension under anesthesia, allergic conditions, bronchial asthma, and nasal congestion.
Guaifenesin
An expectorant commonly found in OTC products for the symptomatic relief from congested chests and coughs associated with cold, bronchitis, and/or other breathing illnesses.
Pholcodine
An opioid antitussive used to suppress unproductive coughing.
Promethazine
A first-generation antihistamine used for the treatment of allergic conditions, nausea and vomiting, and motion sickness.
Pseudoephedrine
An alpha and beta adrenergic agonist used to treat nasal and sinus congestion, as well as allergic rhinitis.
Clinical Trials
Not Available