Benzonatate Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 30, 2022.
Benzonatate is also known as: Tessalon, Tessalon Perles, Zonatuss
Benzonatate Pregnancy Warnings
Animal studies have not been conducted. There are no controlled data in human pregnancy.
US FDA pregnancy category C: Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.
This drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.
US FDA pregnancy category: C
Benzonatate Breastfeeding Warnings
Caution is recommended.
Excreted into human milk: Unknown
Excreted into animal milk: Data not available
Comments: The effects in the nursing infant are unknown.
See also
References for pregnancy information
- "Product Information. Tessalon (benzonatate)." Forest Pharmaceuticals (2001):
References for breastfeeding information
- "Product Information. Tessalon (benzonatate)." Forest Pharmaceuticals (2001):
Further information
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