What are the pills called pearls? An overview of Benzonatate
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Benzonatate, sold under the brand name Tessalon Perles, was one of the most commonly prescribed medications in the U.S. in 2023, with over 5 million prescriptions. Often described as "the pills called pearls" due to their distinctive small, pearl-like shape, this prescription cough suppressant is used to relieve persistent coughs.