FAQ

Duro-Tuss is a cough medicine brand with a range of products to help relieve different types of coughs and related symptoms. The range includes products for dry coughs, chesty coughs, as well as children’s coughs, in a variety of different formats including liquids, lozenges and tablets.

Duro-Tuss offers a range of cough medicines with different active ingredients and actions. How a product works depends on its specific formula. The range includes options for dry coughs, chesty coughs, and children’s coughs, available in formats such as liquids, lozenges and tablets.

The Duro-Tuss range includes products that contain a cough suppressant or an expectorant. The Duro-Tuss Dry Cough Liquid Forte, Duro-Tuss Dry Cough Plus Sore Throat Lozenges and Duro-Tuss Dry Cough & Cold Liquid Night all contain a cough suppressant, dextromethorphan. The Duro-Tuss Chesty Cough Liquid Forte and Duro-Tuss Chesty Cough Tablets Forte contain the expectorant, guaiphenesin. The Duro-Tuss Relief Chesty Cough Liquid, Duro-Tuss Lingering Cough Liquid + Immune Support, Duro-Tuss Children’s Cough Liquid and Duro-Tuss Children’s Cough Liquid Night-Time all contain a herbal expectorant, Hedera Helix (Ivy Leaf). Visit the individual product pages for more information.

Duro-Tuss is a cough medicine range, and products within the range are not primarily decongestants. However, certain products within the Duro-Tuss range contain a decongestant, such as Duro-Tuss PE Chesty Cough Liquid + Nasal Decongestant, which is a dual-action formula that helps clear chest congestion as well as relieve a blocked or runny nose; and Duro-Tuss Dry Cough & Cold Liquid Night, which relieves a stubborn, dry cough as well as helps relieve a blocked or runny nose.

The time it takes for Duro-Tuss to work can vary depending on the specific product used.

Duro-Tuss products help relieve different types of coughs and work in different ways. Some Duro-Tuss products intended for a chesty cough contain ingredients that work by loosening and thinning mucus. As this mucus is broken up, you may notice your cough becomes more “productive” at first – it’s often a sign that your cough is becoming more effective at clearing congestion. Not all Duro-Tuss products work this way. If you’re unsure about your symptoms or if symptoms persist or worsen, speak to a healthcare professional.

The flavour of individual Duro-Tuss products vary. Some of our great tasting flavours include strawberry, blackberry & vanilla, tropical and grape with the liquids and lemon and berry with the lozenges. Visit the individual product pages for more information.

The Duro-Tuss range includes products for different types of coughs including dry coughs, chesty coughs and children’s coughs. To help you find a suitable option, you can use the ‘Help me Choose’ tool on our website, https://durotuss.com.au/help-me-choose/. You can also visit the Products page at https://durotuss.com.au/all-products/ and use the filters on the left hand side to help find a suitable option. For further guidance speak with your healthcare professional.

The Duro-Tuss range includes products specifically formulated to help relieve dry coughs. To help you find a suitable option, you can use the ‘Help me Choose’ tool on our website, https://durotuss.com.au/help-me-choose/. You can also visit the Dry Cough Products page at https://durotuss.com.au/dry-cough and use the filters on the left hand side to help find a suitable option. For further guidance speak with your healthcare professional.

The Duro-Tuss range includes products specifically formulated for chesty and productive coughs. To help you find a suitable option, you can use the ‘Help me Choose’ tool on our website, https://durotuss.com.au/help-me-choose/. You can also visit the Chesty Cough Products page at https://durotuss.com.au/chesty-cough and use the filters on the left hand side to help find a suitable option. For further guidance speak with your healthcare professional.

Phlegm is often present when the cough is chesty or productive. The Duro-Tuss range includes products specifically formulated for chesty and productive coughs, where phlegm is present. To help you find a suitable option, you can use the ‘Help me Choose’ tool on our website, https://durotuss.com.au/help-me-choose/. You can also visit the Chesty Cough Products page at https://durotuss.com.au/chesty-cough and use the filters on the left hand side to help find a suitable option. For further guidance speak with your healthcare professional.

The Duro-Tuss range includes products for different types of coughs. It is not specifically indicated for the treatment of a chest infection. We suggest speaking with your healthcare professional for advice.

The Duro-Tuss range includes products for different types of coughs. It is not specifically indicated for the treatment of catarrh. For guidance and advice speak with your healthcare professional.

The Duro-Tuss range includes products for different types of coughs, and includes specific night-time formulations. Specific night-time formulations include Duro-Tuss Relief Dry Cough Night-time, Duro-Tuss Dry Cough and Cold Liquid Night and Duro-Tuss Children’s Cough liquid Night-time. To help you find a suitable option, you can use the ‘Help me Choose’ tool on our website, https://durotuss.com.au/help-me-choose/. You can also visit the Products page at https://durotuss.com.au/all-products/ and use the filters on the left hand side to help find a suitable option. For further guidance speak with your healthcare professional.

Duro-Tuss products should be taken as directed on the label for the specific product you are using. Dosage instructions vary depending on the specific product and for different age groups. Always read the label carefully before use and follow the recommended dose of the individual Duro-Tuss product. The Duro-Tuss liquids include a measuring cup to measure dosages.

How often you can take Duro-Tuss varies for individual products within the range. Always read the product label and follow the directions for use of the individual Duro-Tuss product. For further guidance, speak with a healthcare professional.

The dosage instructions for the Duro-Tuss Chesty Cough Tablets Forte are for adults and children 12 years and over to take 1 tablet every 4-6 hours as required (maximum 4 tablets per day). The Duro-Tuss Chesty Cough Tablets Forte help relieve a chesty cough. Always read the label and follow the directions for use.

The Duro-Tuss range includes products for the short-term relief of different types of coughs and should only be used for as long as needed to relieve symptoms. If symptoms persist, worsen or you are unsure about use, consult with a healthcare professional. Always read the product label and follow the directions for use of the individual Duro-Tuss product.

Whether you can take Duro-Tuss before bed will depend on the specific product you are using and previous doses. Always read the product label and follow the directions for use of the individual Duro-Tuss product.

The Duro-Tuss range includes specific night-time formulations. To help you find a suitable option, you can use the ‘Help me Choose’ tool on our website, https://durotuss.com.au/help-me-choose/. For further guidance speak with your healthcare professional.

The cap design of individual Duro-Tuss bottles may vary by product. Most bottles use a child-resistant cap that needs to be pressed down firmly while turning to open. After use, always close the cap tightly and store the product as directed.

No, Duro-Tuss products do not contain paracetamol.

No, Duro-Tuss Children’s products do not contain paracetamol.

However, always read the label of the specific product you are using to confirm the ingredients and ensure it is suitable for your child. If you’re unsure, talk to a healthcare professional.

No, Duro-Tuss products do not contain codeine.

No, Duro-Tuss products currently available in Australia do not contain pholcodine. Some Duro-Tuss products previously contained pholcodine, however following the discontinuation and recall of pholcodine-containing medicines in Australia in 2023, these products were removed from the market. If you are unsure about the ingredients in a Duro-Tuss product, always check the product label and ingredient list, or speak with your healthcare professional.

No, Duro-Tuss products do not contain ibuprofen.

Please see the individual product pages and product labels for information on a specific product. You can also find a full list of ingredients (active and inactive) by searching the product names on the publicly accessible Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods at https://www.tga.gov.au/australian-register-therapeutic-goods. Simply find the product, open the PDF and scroll to the bottom of the page where ingredients are listed.

The majority of products in the Duro-Tuss range do not contain gluten. The exceptions are the Duro-Tuss Dry Cough & Cold Liquid Night, Duro-Tuss Dry Cough Liquid (Lemon Flavour), and Duro-Tuss Lingering Cough Liquid + Immune Support (in the sorbitol content).

See the individual product pages and product labels for information on a specific product.

Duro-Tuss products do not have halal certification

Duro-Tuss products do not have Kosher certification

The majority of products in the Duro-Tuss range are sugar-free. However, some products are not and contain sucrose or herbal active ingredients containing natural sugars such as honey or elderflower. See the individual product pages and product labels for information on a specific product.

Please see the individual product pages and product labels for information on a specific product. If you require further information, please get in touch with our Customer Service team on 1800-630-056

Duro-Tuss products do not contain paracetamol. Taking paracetamol, such as Panadol, together with a Duro-Tuss product will depend on the specific Duro-Tuss product you are using. Always check the product label and if you’re unsure, speak with your healthcare professional such as your pharmacist for advice.

Duro-Tuss products do not contain ibuprofen. Taking ibuprofen, such as Nurofen, together with a Duro-Tuss product will depend on the specific Duro-Tuss product you are using. Always check the product label and if you’re unsure, speak with your healthcare professional such as your pharmacist for advice.

Taking Cold and Flu tablets, together with a Duro-Tuss product will depend on the specific products you are using. Always check the product labels and if you’re unsure, speak with your healthcare professional such as your pharmacist for advice.

Taking Bisolvon together with a Duro-Tuss product will depend on the specific products you are using. Always check the product labels and if you’re unsure, speak with your healthcare professional such as your pharmacist for advice.

Taking Dimetapp together with a Duro-Tuss product will depend on the specific products you are using. Always check the product labels and if you’re unsure, speak with your healthcare professional such as your pharmacist for advice.

Taking antihistamines together with a Duro-Tuss product will depend on the specific products you are using. Always check the product labels and if you’re unsure, speak with your healthcare professional such as your pharmacist for advice.

Duro-Tuss products may interact with some medicines, depending on the active ingredients within the specific Duro-Tuss product. Always check the product label. If you are taking other medicines or are unsure, speak with a healthcare professional.

Taking antibiotics together with a Duro-Tuss product will depend on the specific products you are using. Always check the product labels and if you’re unsure, speak with your healthcare professional such as your pharmacist for advice.

Taking blood pressure or heart medications together with a Duro-Tuss product will depend on the specific products you are using. Always check the product labels and if you’re unsure, speak with your healthcare professional such as your pharmacist for advice.

Taking prednisolone or corticosteroids together with a Duro-Tuss product will depend on the specific products you are using. Always check the product labels and if you’re unsure, speak with your healthcare professional such as your pharmacist for advice.

Taking epilepsy medication together with a Duro-Tuss product will depend on the specific products you are using. Always check the product labels and if you’re unsure, speak with your healthcare professional such as your pharmacist for advice.

Taking antidepressants together with a Duro-Tuss product will depend on the specific products you are using. Always check the product labels and if you’re unsure, speak with your healthcare professional such as your pharmacist for advice.

Duro-Tuss is not known to affect the contraceptive pill. Most cough medicines do not interfere with hormonal contraception, but check with a healthcare professional if you’re taking other medicines or are unsure.

It’s generally not recommended to drink alcohol while taking Duro-Tuss. Alcohol can increase side effects like drowsiness and dizziness, with some Duro-Tuss products. Always check the product label and if unsure speak with your healthcare professional.

Like any medicine, Duro-Tuss may cause side effects. Side effects can vary depending on the specific Duro-Tuss product. Check the product label. If you are unsure, speak with your healthcare professional.

Many Duro-Tuss products are non-drowsy. However, the Duro-Tuss range includes specific night-time formulations, including Duro-Tuss Relief Dry Cough Night-time, Duro-Tuss Dry Cough and Cold Liquid Night and Duro-Tuss Children’s Cough Liquid Night-time. These formulations aid sleep and may cause drowsiness. Check the product label of the individual Duro-Tuss product. If unsure, speak with your healthcare professional.

Like all medicines, Duro-Tuss products can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Some people may experience dry mouth, depending on the specific product and its ingredients. If it concerns you, speak with your healthcare professional for advice.

Whether Duro-Tuss may cause diarrhoea will depend on the specific Duro-Tuss product. Check the product label of the individual Duro-Tuss product. If unsure, speak with your healthcare professional.

Like all medicines, Duro-Tuss products can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Some people may experience nausea or stomach upset, depending on the specific product and its ingredients. If it concerns you, speak with your healthcare professional for advice.

Different Duro-Tuss products work in different ways. Some Duro-Tuss products intended for a chesty cough contain ingredients that work by loosening and thinning mucus. As this mucus is broken up, you may notice your cough becomes more “productive” at first – it’s often a sign that your cough is becoming more effective at clearing congestion. Not all Duro-Tuss products work this way. If your cough worsens or persists, or you’re unsure whether a product is suitable, speak with a healthcare professional.

Taking more than the recommended dose of any medication may increase the risk of side effects or lead to unwanted effects, depending on the specific product and its active ingredients.

If you think you or someone else has taken too much, seek advice from a healthcare professional or contact a poison information centre immediately. Always use the product exactly as directed on the label.

Duro-Tuss products are developed in line with strict regulatory standards, with safety carefully assessed for their intended use.

However, like all medicines, they should only be used as directed on the label. It’s important to follow the recommended dose and choose the product appropriate for your symptoms.

If you’re unsure whether a product is suitable for you or your child, talk to a healthcare professional or pharmacist.

Some Duro-Tuss products are suitable to take during pregnancy. Suitability will depend on the specific Duro-Tuss product. Check the product label of the individual Duro-Tuss product. If unsure, speak with your healthcare professional for advice.

Some Duro-Tuss products are considered suitable to use during breastfeeding. Suitability will depend on the specific Duro-Tuss product. Check the product label of the individual Duro-Tuss product. If unsure, speak with your healthcare professional for advice.

Whether Duro-Tuss is suitable for children will depend on the specific Duro-Tuss product. Duro-Tuss has a Children’s range of cough medicines just for children, with options for children 2 years+ that have been specifically formulated with herbal active ingredients to help with their cough.

It is important to note that many cough medicines should not be given to children under 6 years of age and should only be given to children aged 6 to 11 years under the advice of a doctor, pharmacist, or nurse practitioner.

Check the product label of the individual Duro-Tuss product for age restrictions and dosing instructions. If unsure, speak with your healthcare professional for advice.

Duro-Tuss is not recommended for infants. Many cough medicines should not be given to children under 6 years of age and should only be given to children aged 6 to 11 years under the advice of a doctor, pharmacist, or nurse practitioner. There are no Duro-Tuss products recommended for children under 2 years of age. Always speak to a doctor or pharmacist before giving any cough medicine to an infant.

Duro-Tuss may be used in older individuals when taken as directed, but extra care may be needed in elderly or frail patients as they may be more sensitive to certain ingredients or more likely to be taking other medicines. It’s important to check the specific product and ingredients, follow the directions for use and best to check with a doctor or pharmacist before use.

Using expired Duro-Tuss is not recommended.

Always check the expiry date before use and properly dispose of any expired products. If you’re unsure, talk to a healthcare professional or pharmacist.

Where Duro-Tuss products are manufactured varies between products. Check the product label of a specific Duro-Tuss product for its manufacturing details. If you’re unsure, you can also contact the iNova Customer service on 1800-630-056

iNova Pharmaceuticals is the sponsor of the Duro-Tuss brand.

The Duro-Tuss brand is owned by iNova Pharmaceuticals.

There’s currently no universal definition for “cruelty free” and Duro-Tuss does not make specific cruelty-free claims on its products.

You can buy Duro-Tuss from all good pharmacies and some products in leading supermarkets.

Visit our Where to Buy page to see a full list of stockists, or for specific products, check the online retailers listed to see availability in-store and online.

No, you do not require a prescription for Duro-Tuss products.

Duro-Tuss products are over-the-counter medicines available from pharmacies, and some products are available in leading supermarkets. Always read the label and use the product as directed. If you’re unsure which product is right for you, talk to a healthcare professional or pharmacist.

Duro-Tuss is available in Australia and New Zealand.

If you’re outside these regions it’s best to check with local pharmacies or healthcare retailers.