Dibunate is an ingredient in many over-the-counter (OTC) medications used to treat a variety of conditions, including: allergies, colds, coughs, and other respiratory infections. It is also used to treat certain types of headaches, such as migraine headaches, as well as to alleviate muscle aches and pains. Dibunate is also used in some topical medications to treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and contact dermatitis.
Dibunate is a cough suppressant . It has been marketed under various brand names including Becantyl (in the United Kingdom), Becantex (in continental Europe), or Linctussal. It typically comes in syrup or tablet form with a dosage of 20 to 30 mg.
Dibunate works by numbing the cough reflex in the throat and chest. It is considered a peripherally acting cough suppressant, meaning it works directly on the nerves in the airways rather than the central nervous system.