Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr, Phenylephrine Hcl

Generic Name: dexchlorpheniramine maleate, dextromethorphan hbr, phenylephrine hcl

Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Westussin Dm

Active ingredients (in each 5 mL teaspoonful) Purpose Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate 1 mg Antihistamine Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg Cough Suppressant Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg Nasal Decongestant

Overview

Active ingredients (in each 5 mL teaspoonful) Purpose Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate 1 mg Antihistamine Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg Cough Suppressant Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg Nasal Decongestant

Uses

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

Dosage

Directions Adults 12 and over: 10 mL every 4 hours Not to exceed 60 mL in 24hrs Children 6-12: 5 mL every 4 hours Not to exceed 30 mL in 24hrs Children 2-6: Consult a doctor

Side Effects

When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage marked drowsiness may occur alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase the drowsiness effect avoid alcoholic beverages use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery excitability may occur especially in children Stop use and ask a doctor if cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by fever, rash or persistent headache. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition. symptoms do not improve within 7 days or are accompanied by fever nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur

Interactions

Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis glaucoma difficulty in urination due to enlarged prostate gland persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema cough accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus) Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers.

Warnings

Warnings 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 Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis glaucoma difficulty in urination due to enlarged prostate gland persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema cough accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus) Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers. When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage marked drowsiness may occur alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase the drowsiness effect avoid alcoholic beverages use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery excitability may occur especially in children Stop use and ask a doctor if cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by fever, rash or persistent headache. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition. symptoms do not improve within 7 days or are accompanied by fever nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur If pregnant or breastfeeding 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 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 breastfeeding ask a health professional before use

Storage

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr, Phenylephrine Hcl used for?

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

What are the side effects of Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr, Phenylephrine Hcl?

When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage marked drowsiness may occur alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase the drowsiness effect avoid alcoholic beverages use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery excitability may occur especially in children Stop use and ask a doctor if cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by fever, rash or persistent headache. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition. symptoms do not improve within 7 days or are accompanied by fever nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur

Can I take Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr, Phenylephrine Hcl during pregnancy?

If pregnant or breastfeeding ask a health professional before use

What are the important warnings for Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr, Phenylephrine Hcl?

Warnings 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 Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis glaucoma difficulty in urination due to enlarged prostate gland persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema cough accompanied by excessive phlegm (mucus) Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers. When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage marked drowsiness may occur alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase the drowsiness effect avoid alcoholic beverages use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery excitability may occur especially in children Stop use and ask a doctor if cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by fever, rash or persistent headache. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition. symptoms do not improve within 7 days or are accompanied by fever nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur If pregnant or breastfeeding 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 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

Related Medications

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.