Deudextromethorphan Hydrobromide
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is an over-the-counter cough suppressant that helps relieve symptoms caused by minor throat and bronchial irritation. It is commonly found in many cold and cough medications and is used by adults and children (typically age 6 and older) for temporary cough relief.
An OTC cough suppressant used to temporarily relieve cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 2569465
- Generic
- Deudextromethorphan Hydrobromide
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Temporary relief of cough caused by minor throat and bronchial irritation, often associated with colds or upper respiratory infections.
Acts on the cough center in the brain to suppress the cough reflex, reducing the urge to cough.
Should not be used in children under 6 years old without medical advice. May interact with certain medications, particularly MAO inhibitors and serotonin-affecting drugs. Do not exceed recommended doses as high amounts may cause serious side effects including hallucinations and dissociation.
Official drug label
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