Dextromethorphan and pseudoephedrine

Generic name: Dextromethorphan And Pseudoephedrine
Dosage form: oral capsule (30 mg-60 mg)
Drug class: Upper respiratory combinations

Usage of Dextromethorphan and pseudoephedrine

There are many brands and forms of Dextromethorphan and pseudoephedrine available and not all brands are listed on this leaflet.

Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant.

Dextromethorphan and pseudoephedrine is a combination medicine used to treat cough, stuffy nose and sinus congestion caused by allergies or the common cold.

Dextromethorphan and pseudoephedrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Dextromethorphan and pseudoephedrine side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Dextromethorphan and pseudoephedrine may cause serious side effects. Stop using dextromethorphan and pseudoephedrine and call your doctor at once if you have:

  • fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat;
  • severe dizziness or drowsiness;
  • nervousness; or
  • trouble sleeping.

    • Less serious side effects may be more likely, and you may have none at all.

    This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

    Before taking Dextromethorphan and pseudoephedrine

    You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to dextromethorphan or pseudoephedrine.

    Do not use this medicine if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, and tranylcypromine.

    Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have:

  • a cough with mucus;
  • a cough caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema;
  • heart problems, high blood pressure;
  • an enlarged prostate and urination problems;
  • diabetes; or
  • a thyroid disorder.

    • Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

    Artificially sweetened liquid medicine may contain phenylalanine. Check the medication label if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).

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    Warnings

    Do not use dextromethorphan and pseudoephedrine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine.

    What other drugs will affect Dextromethorphan and pseudoephedrine

    Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using dextromethorphan and pseudoephedrine with any other medicines, especially drugs that can cause drowsiness (such as opioid medication, sleep medicine, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures). Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed here.

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