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Overview
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is a Schedule H drug.Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex. Dextromethorphan is used to treat a cough. Dextromethorphan will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema. Do not use it if you are using or have used an MAO inhibitor within the past 14 days of the treatment.
Usage
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is generally used to treat: Runny Nose And Dry CoughDEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE can address symptoms like: Cough
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
How Do I Take It?
Route of Administration: OralPrecautions
- Always ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children.
- Do not use any other over-the-counter cough, cold, or allergy medication without first asking your doctor or pharmacist.
- Dextromethorphan may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
- Dextromethorphan may pass into breast milk and could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
- Avoid drinking alcohol. It can increase some of the side effects of dextromethorphan. This medication can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.
- Avoid taking diet pills, caffeine pills, or other stimulants (such as ADHD medications) without your doctor’s advice.
Symptoms of Overdosage
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE over-dosage can result in: Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Difficulty Urinating, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Breathing, Restless Or Irritability, NervousnessCommon Side-Effects
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE : Confusion, Constipation, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen PainDisease Interactions
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE can interfere with: Depression, Psychosis, ParkinsonismTechnical Classification
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is categorized as: ANTITUSSIVES / RESPIRATORY AGENTSStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE as Ingredient
| DILO-DX SYR | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 4 MG |
| EPHEDREX SYR | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.4 MG/ML |
| GLYCODIN SYR | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, TERPIN HYDRATE 10 MG, MENTHOL 0.75 MG/ML |
| GRILINCTUS SYR | GUAIFENESIN 50 MG, AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 12 MG/ML, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.5 MG |
| KUFRID SYR | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 50 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5 MG, BROMHEXINE HYDROCHLORIDE 4 MG, MENTHOL 0.5 MG/ML |
| LOREX SYR | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 50 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5 MG, MENTHOL 0.2 MG/ML |
| PROTUSSA SYR | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 1 MG |
| RECODEX SYP | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 10 MG/ML, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5 MG, BROMHEXINE HYDROCHLORIDE 4 MG |
| RESPIRA-D SYR | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2 MG |
| SEDOSOLVIN SUSP | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5 MG, BROMHEXINE HYDROCHLORIDE 4 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.4 MG/ML |
| SILKOF SYP | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2 MG, MENTHOL 0.1 MG/ML |
| SOVENTUS-D SYR | AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE 20 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 2 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2 MG |
| SUDIN D SYP | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, DIPHENHYDRAMINE 1.6 MG/ML |