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Dextromethorphan - oral liquid

(dex-trow-meth-or-fan)

common brand names: Benylin, Tussin Pediatric, Vicks 44

St Joseph for children Usage: Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant used to relieve dry, hacking cough.

How to use St Joseph for child: Take this drug by mouth as prescribed. do not increase your dose or take this more often than directed.

St Joseph for children side effects: Dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, or stomach ache may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the drug. If any about these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your healthcare professional. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from seated or lying position, get up slowly. Also limit your intake of alcoholic beverages which will aggravate these effects. Notify youre physician if you develop: chest pain, a rapid pulse, nervousness, confusion. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your healthcare professional or physician.

St Joseph for kid Precautions: Tell your physician if you have: lung problems (e.g., asthma, emphysema), allergies (especially drug allergies). it tablet should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks & benefits with your physician. since small amounts of it medication found in breast milk, consult your healthcare professional before breast-feeding.

St Joseph for children drug interactions: Tell your healthcare professional of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you use, especially of: MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine). do not start or stop any medicine with out doctor or healthcare professional approval.

St Joseph for children Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

St Joseph for children special notes: If cough worsens, last for longer than one week or is accompanied by a high fever, notify you're physician.

If you missed St Joseph for children dose: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; don't take it if It's near clock for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' dose to catch up.

St Joseph for children Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (15 & 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. do not store in bathroom.

Active Ingredients : Dextromethorphan