Dextromethorphan Phenylephrine Drug Information

Generic name: BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN, PHENYLEPHRINE HCL

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Uses of Dextromethorphan Phenylephrine

temporarily relieves cough due to minor bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold, and nasal congestion due to the common cold, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever (allergic rhinitis): sneezing Itching of the nose or throat runny nose itchy, watery eyes temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose

Dosage & Administration of Dextromethorphan Phenylephrine

AgeDose
adults & children 12 years & over20 mL every 4 hours
children 6 to under 12 years10 mL every 4 hours
children under 6 yearsdo not use

Side Effects of Dextromethorphan Phenylephrine

When using this product
do not take more than directed may cause drowsiness alcohol, sedatives, and tranquillizers may increase drowsiness avoid alcoholic beverages be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery excitability may occur, especially in children

Stop use and ask a doctor if
nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occur symptoms do not improve within 7 days or are accompanied by fever cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.

Drug Interactions with Dextromethorphan Phenylephrine

ASK A DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF YOU ARE taking any other oral nasal decongestant or stimulant taking sedative or tranquilizers

Pregnancy Safety for Dextromethorphan Phenylephrine

BREAST-FEEDING, ask a health professional before use.

Contraindications for Dextromethorphan Phenylephrine

to sedate a child or to make a child sleepy if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, or psychiatric, for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

Overdosage Information for Dextromethorphan Phenylephrine

CHILDREN. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Drug information sourced from the FDA. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before making any medication decisions.

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