Dextromethorphan Polistirex Drug Information
Generic name: DEXTROMETHORPHAN POLISTIREX
Uncompetitive N-methyl-D-aspartate Receptor Antagonist [EPC] Sigma-1 Agonist [EPC]
Uses of Dextromethorphan Polistirex
temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with the common cold or inhaled irritants the impulse to cough to help you get to sleep
Dosage & Administration of Dextromethorphan Polistirex
| adults and children 12 years of age and over | 10 mL every 12 hours, not to exceed 20 mL in 24 hours |
|---|---|
| children 6 to under 12 years of age | 5 mL every 12 hours, not to exceed 10 mL in 24 hours |
| children 4 to under 6 years of age | 2.5 mL every 12 hours, not to exceed 5 mL in 24 hours |
| children under 4 years of age | do not use |
Side Effects of Dextromethorphan Polistirex
Stop use and ask a doctor if
cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Warnings & Cautions for Dextromethorphan Polistirex
Do not use if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or 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.
Drug Interactions with Dextromethorphan Polistirex
Pregnancy Safety for Dextromethorphan Polistirex
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Overdosage Information for Dextromethorphan Polistirex
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) 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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