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Uses
Vituz® Oral Solution is indicated for relief of cough and symptoms associated with upper respiratory allergies or a common cold in adults 18 years of age and older.
Important Limitations of Use
Not indicated for pediatric patients under 18 years of age [see Use in Specific Populations (8.4)].
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Other Information
Vituz Oral Solution contains hydrocodone bitartrate (a semisynthetic centrally-acting opioid antitussive) and chlorpheniramine maleate (an antihistamine).
Each 5 mL dose of Vituz Oral Solution contains: hydrocodone bitartrate, USP, 5 mg and chlorpheniramine maleate, USP, 4 mg.
Vituz Oral Solution also contains: citric acid anhydrous, glycerin, grape flavor, methylparaben, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sodium citrate, sodium saccharin, and sucrose.
Hydrocodone bitartrate is morphinan-6-one, 4,5-epoxy-3-methoxy-17-methyl-, (5α)-, [R-(R*,R*)]-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate (1:1), hydrate (2:5); also known as 4,5α-Epoxy-3-methoxy-17-methylmorphinan-6-one tartrate (1:1) hydrate (2:5); a fine white crystal or crystalline powder, which is derived from the opium alkaloid, thebaine; and may be represented by the following structural formula:
Chlorpheniramine maleate is 2-pyridinepropanamine, γ-(4-chlorophenyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, (Z)-2-butenedioate (1:1) and has the following chemical structure:
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Vituz Manufacturers
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Hawthorn Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
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Vituz | Hawthorn Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Administer Vituz Oral Solution by the oral route only. Measure Vituz Oral Solution with an accurate milliliter measuring device. Do not use a household teaspoon to measure the dose [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8)].
2.1 Adults 18 Years of Age and Older5 mL every 4 to 6 hours as needed, not to exceed 4 doses (20 mL) in 24 hours.
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