Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr, Phenylephrine Hcl
FDA Drug Information • Also known as: Westussin Dm
- Brand Names
- Westussin Dm
- Route
- ORAL
- Dosage Form
- SYRUP
- Product Type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG
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
Dosage and Administration
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
Warnings and Precautions
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.
About This Information
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What are side effects?
Side effects are unwanted reactions that can occur when taking a medication. They range from mild (headache, nausea) to severe (allergic reactions, organ damage). Not everyone experiences side effects, and severity varies. Report any concerning side effects to your doctor.
What are drug interactions?
Drug interactions occur when a medication is affected by another drug, food, or supplement. Interactions can make medications less effective or cause dangerous side effects. Always tell your doctor about all medications and supplements you take.