Promethazine Hydrochloride And Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide

Generic Name: promethazine hydrochloride and dextromethorphan hydrobromide

Over-the-Counter (OTC)

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Promethazine Hydrochloride And Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide

DESCRIPTION Each 5 mL (one teaspoonful), for oral administration contains: dextromethorphan hydrobromide 15 mg; promethazine hydrochloride 6.25 mg. Alcohol 8%(v/v). Inactive Ingredients: anhydrous citric acid, ascorbic acid, edetate disodium, FD&C yellow No. 6, methylparaben, natural and artificial lemon mint flavor, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate anhydrous, saccharin sodium, and sucrose.

Overview

DESCRIPTION Each 5 mL (one teaspoonful), for oral administration contains: dextromethorphan hydrobromide 15 mg; promethazine hydrochloride 6.25 mg. Alcohol 8%(v/v). Inactive Ingredients: anhydrous citric acid, ascorbic acid, edetate disodium, FD&C yellow No. 6, methylparaben, natural and artificial lemon mint flavor, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate anhydrous, saccharin sodium, and sucrose.

Uses

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Promethazine Hydrochloride and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide Oral Solution is indicated for the temporary relief of coughs and upper respiratory symptoms associated with allergy or the common cold.

Dosage

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION It is important that Promethazine Hydrochloride and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide Oral Solution is measured with an accurate measuring device (see PRECAUTIONS-Information for Patients ). A household teaspoon is not an accurate measuring device and could lead to overdosage, especially when half a teaspoon is to be measured. It is strongly recommended that an accurate measuring device be used. A pharmacist can provide an appropriate device and can provide instructions for measuring the correct dose. Promethazine Hydrochloride and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide Oral Solution is contraindicated for children under 2 years of age (see WARNINGS Black Box Warning and Use in Pediatric Patients ).

Side Effects

ADVERSE REACTIONS Dextromethorphan: Dextromethorphan hydrobromide occasionally causes slight drowsiness, dizziness, and gastrointestinal disturbances. Promethazine: Central Nervous System - Drowsiness is the most prominent CNS effect of this drug. Sedation, somnolence, blurred vision, dizziness; confusion, disorientation, and extrapyramidal symptoms such as oculogyric crisis, torticollis, and tongue protrusion; lassitude, tinnitus, incoordination, fatigue, euphoria, nervousness, diplopia, insomnia, tremors, convulsive seizures, excitation, catatonic-like states, hysteria. Hallucinations have also been reported. Cardiovascular - Increased or decreased blood pressure, tachycardia, bradycardia, faintness. Dermatologic - Dermatitis, photosensitivity, urticaria.

Warnings

WARNING PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE SHOULD NOT BE USED IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS LESS THAN 2 YEARS OF AGE BECAUSE OF THE POTENTIAL FOR FATAL RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION. POSTMARKETING CASES OF RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION, INCLUDING FATALITIES, HAVE BEEN REPORTED WITH USE OF PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS LESS THAN 2 YEARS OF AGE. A WIDE RANGE OF WEIGHT-BASED DOSES OF PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE HAVE RESULTED IN RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION IN THESE PATIENTS. WARNINGS WARNING PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE SHOULD NOT BE USED IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS LESS THAN 2 YEARS OF AGE BECAUSE OF THE POTENTIAL FOR FATAL RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION. POSTMARKETING CASES OF RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION, INCLUDING FATALITIES, HAVE BEEN REPORTED WITH USE OF PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS LESS THAN 2 YEARS OF AGE. A WIDE RANGE OF WEIGHT-BASED DOSES OF PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE HAVE RESULTED IN RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION IN THESE PATIENTS. CAUTION SHOULD BE EXERCISED WHEN ADMINISTERING PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE TO PEDIATRIC PATIENTS 2 YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER. CONTRAINDICATIONS Promethazine Hydrochloride and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide Oral Solution is contraindicated for use in pediatric patients less than two years of age. Dextromethorphan should not be used in patients receiving a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (see PRECAUTIONS, Drug Interactions ).

Storage

HOW SUPPLIED This preparation is a yellow to amber colored lemon-mint flavored oral solution, containing promethazine hydrochloride 6.25 mg/5 mL, dextromethorphan hydrobromide 15 mg/5 mL and alcohol 8 percent, and is available in 16 fl. oz. (473 mL) bottles, (NDC 27808-057-01). Keep tightly closed. Protect from light.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Promethazine Hydrochloride And Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide used for?

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Promethazine Hydrochloride and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide Oral Solution is indicated for the temporary relief of coughs and upper respiratory symptoms associated with allergy or the common cold.

What are the side effects of Promethazine Hydrochloride And Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide?

ADVERSE REACTIONS Dextromethorphan: Dextromethorphan hydrobromide occasionally causes slight drowsiness, dizziness, and gastrointestinal disturbances. Promethazine: Central Nervous System - Drowsiness is the most prominent CNS effect of this drug. Sedation, somnolence, blurred vision, dizziness; confusion, disorientation, and extrapyramidal symptoms such as oculogyric crisis, torticollis, and tongue protrusion; lassitude, tinnitus, incoordination, fatigue, euphoria, nervousness, diplopia, insomnia, tremors, convulsive seizures, excitation, catatonic-like states, hysteria. Hallucinations have also been reported. Cardiovascular - Increased or decreased blood pressure, tachycardia, bradycardia, faintness. Dermatologic - Dermatitis, photosensitivity, urticaria.

What are the important warnings for Promethazine Hydrochloride And Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide?

WARNING PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE SHOULD NOT BE USED IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS LESS THAN 2 YEARS OF AGE BECAUSE OF THE POTENTIAL FOR FATAL RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION. POSTMARKETING CASES OF RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION, INCLUDING FATALITIES, HAVE BEEN REPORTED WITH USE OF PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS LESS THAN 2 YEARS OF AGE. A WIDE RANGE OF WEIGHT-BASED DOSES OF PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE HAVE RESULTED IN RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION IN THESE PATIENTS. WARNINGS WARNING PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE SHOULD NOT BE USED IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS LESS THAN 2 YEARS OF AGE BECAUSE OF THE POTENTIAL FOR FATAL RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION. POSTMARKETING CASES OF RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION, INCLUDING FATALITIES, HAVE BEEN REPORTED WITH USE OF PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS LESS THAN 2 YEARS OF AGE. A WIDE RANGE OF WEIGHT-BASED DOSES OF PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE HAVE RESULTED IN RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION IN THESE PATIENTS. CAUTION SHOULD BE EXERCISED WHEN ADMINISTERING PROMETHAZINE HYDROCHLORIDE TO PEDIATRIC PATIENTS 2 YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER. CONTRAINDICATIONS Promethazine Hydrochloride and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide Oral Solution is contraindicated for use in pediatric patients less than two years of age. Dextromethorphan should not be used in patients receiving a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (see PRECAUTIONS, Drug Interactions ).

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