Dexbrompheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride

Generic Name: dexbrompheniramine maleate, dextromethorphan hydrobromide, pseudoephedrine hydrochloride

Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

M-end Dmx

Purpose Antihistamine Antitussive Cough Suppressant Nasal Decongestant

Overview

Purpose Antihistamine Antitussive Cough Suppressant Nasal Decongestant

Uses

Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold, hay fever (allergic rhinitis) or other upper respiratory allergies: runny nose sneezing itching of the nose or throat itchy, watery eyes cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation nasal congestion reduces swelling of nasal passages

Dosage

Directions Do not exceed 4 doses in a 24 hour period. Adults and children 12 years of age and over: 3 teaspoonfuls (15 mL) every 6 hours, not to exceed 12 teaspoonfuls in 24 hours Children 6 to under 12 years of age: 1 1/2 teaspoonfuls (7.5 mL) every 6 hours, not to exceed 6 teaspoonfuls in 24 hours Children under 6 years of age: Consult a Physician.

Side Effects

When using this product excitability may occur, especially in children may cause marked drowsiness avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizes may increase the drowsiness effect be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if cough or nasal congestion persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition. nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur new symptoms occur

Interactions

Ask a doctor before use if you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis glaucoma trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland a cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema a cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers.

Warnings

Warnings Do not exceed recommended dosage. Do not use this product 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 Ask a doctor before use if you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis glaucoma trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland a cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema a cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers. When using this product excitability may occur, especially in children may cause marked drowsiness avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizes may increase the drowsiness effect be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if cough or nasal congestion persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition. nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur new symptoms occur If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Do not use this product 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

Pregnancy

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Storage

Other information Store at 59°-86°F (15°-30°C)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dexbrompheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride used for?

Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold, hay fever (allergic rhinitis) or other upper respiratory allergies: runny nose sneezing itching of the nose or throat itchy, watery eyes cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation nasal congestion reduces swelling of nasal passages

What are the side effects of Dexbrompheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride?

When using this product excitability may occur, especially in children may cause marked drowsiness avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizes may increase the drowsiness effect be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if cough or nasal congestion persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition. nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur new symptoms occur

Can I take Dexbrompheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride during pregnancy?

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

What are the important warnings for Dexbrompheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride?

Warnings Do not exceed recommended dosage. Do not use this product 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 Ask a doctor before use if you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis glaucoma trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland a cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema a cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers. When using this product excitability may occur, especially in children may cause marked drowsiness avoid alcoholic drinks alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizes may increase the drowsiness effect be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if cough or nasal congestion persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition. nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur new symptoms occur If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Do not use this product 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

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Medical Disclaimer

This drug information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Drug information is sourced from the FDA National Drug Code Directory and Structured Product Labeling. Always consult with a healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.