DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE contains an anti-tussive (relieve cough) medication primarily used to treat dry cough. A cough is a reflex action that helps to clear any foreign irritant or mucus in the throat.
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE contains Dextromethorphan hydrobromide, a cough suppressant. It works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough.
The most common side effects of DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE are dizziness, drowsiness, sleepiness, confusion, and nausea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE. DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE should be given to children only if prescribed by the doctor. DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE may cause drowsiness, so drive with caution. Let your doctor know if you are taking any prescription/non-prescription drugs or herbal products before starting DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE.
Dry cough
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is primarily used to treat dry cough. DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE contains Dextromethorphan hydrobromide, a cough suppressant. It works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough. DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is generally prescribed for short-term treatment of dry cough.
Do not take DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE if you are allergic to any of the contents. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE. If your condition does not improve or you have a recurring cough with fever, rash, please visit the doctor immediately, as this could be serious. DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE should be taken at least 15 days after the last dose of anti-depressants, especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO), as taking both together may be fatal.
Drug-Drug Interaction: DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE may interact with MAO inhibitor (isocarboxazid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine), anti-arrhythmic medications (amiodarone, propafenone, quinidine and flecainide), opioid analgesics (codeine, tramadol, morphine, methadone), anti-anxiety medications (fluoxetine, paroxetine, sertraline) and anti-fungal (terbinafine).
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have lung disease, depression, or anxiety, inform your doctor before taking DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE.
Avoid consumption of alcohol with DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE as it may cause increased drowsiness. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE.
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE belongs to pregnancy category C. Its safety in pregnancy is unknown, so it should be taken only if prescribed by a doctor.
The safety of DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE in breastfeeding women is unknown, so it should be taken only if prescribed by a doctor.
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE may cause drowsiness or tiredness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE.
Take DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Take DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is not recommended for children below the age of 4. DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE should be given to children only if prescribed by a child specialist.
Dry cough: It is a reflex action that helps to clear any foreign irritant or mucus in the throat. Mostly cough lasts for a short time (two to three weeks), so it is acute. But sometimes, if it is persistent for more than eight weeks, it can lead to chronic cough. The most common causes of cough are cold/flu, asthma, emphysema, and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).