Dextromethorphan
DayQuil Cough is a brand-name cough suppressant designed to provide temporary relief from cough caused by minor throat and bronchial irritation. It is typically used by adults and children who need relief from persistent coughing to rest or perform daily activities more comfortably.
DayQuil Cough is a brand-name cough suppressant for temporary relief of cough due to minor throat or bronchial irritation.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1114038
- Generic
- Dayquil Cough
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Temporarily relieves cough associated with minor throat and bronchial irritation, such as that caused by colds or upper respiratory infections.
Contains a cough suppressant (antitussive) ingredient that acts on the cough center in the brain to help reduce the urge to cough.
This is a brand-name product. Users should read the product label for specific directions, warnings, and contraindications. Consult a healthcare provider before use if taking other medications or having underlying health conditions.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed July 26, 2026. · Read our editorial policy