tessalon

Frequently asked questions

What does Tessalon treat?

Tessalon (Benzonatate) may be used to treat cough, hiccup, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.

How is Tessalon rated?

pharmaranks gives Tessalon a composite score of 3.2 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.

How much does Tessalon cost?

Nobody can tell you what you will pay — your price is set by your insurer's formulary, your deductible and the pharmacy's markup, and none of those are published. What IS published is what the pharmacy paid to acquire it: about $2.16 for 30, per the CMS NADAC survey. Treat that as the floor, not the quote — ask the pharmacist for the cash price as well as your copay, because for cheap generics the cash price often wins.

Is there a coupon or discount for Tessalon?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Tessalon. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Tessalon?

Tessalon is marketed by Pfizer. You can see Pfizer's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Tessalon a brand-name or generic drug?

Tessalon is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Benzonatate. Lower-cost generic equivalents containing Benzonatate are available — ask your pharmacist.

Is Tessalon available over the counter?

No. Tessalon is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Tessalon come in?

Tessalon is currently marketed as capsule, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Tessalon?

Tessalon is classified as non-narcotic antitussive, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Tessalon FDA-registered?

Tessalon is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA011210. You can verify this on its official FDA label.

Has Tessalon been recalled by the FDA?

Tessalon has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.

Is Tessalon safe?

There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Tessalon a recall-safety score of 64/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.