Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Dexophan. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dexophan may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dexophan is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
UNSAFE
Dexophan may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dexophan is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Dexophan may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE
Dexophan is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Dexophan 10mg/5ml Syrup
Introduction
Dexophan is an antitussive medicine. It is used for the treatment of dry cough. Dexophan can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Remember dosage is decided on the basis of type of medicine (syrup or lozenge), age and present medical condition of the person. You should take this medicine for as long...
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Uses of Dexophan
Dry cough
Side effects of Dexophan
Common
Sleepiness
Dizziness
Excitement
Confusion
Convulsion
Respiratory depression
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Rash
How to use Dexophan
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Dexophan may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Dexophan works
Dexophan is an antitussive (cough suppressants). It suppresses cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain.
What if you forget to take Dexophan?
If you miss a dose of Dexophan, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Benadryl DR Syrup for the symptomatic relief of dry cough.
It is usually taken for a short time, until the symptoms clear up.
Allow the lozenge or disintegrating strip to dissolve in your mouth. Do not chew or swallow.
Measure the syrup with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon.
Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
It should not be administered to patients with chronic cough or where cough is accompanied by excessive secretions.
Inform your doctor if your cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash or headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Brief Description
Indication
Cough suppression, Flu, Common cold
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Adult Dose
Oral
Cough suppressant
Adults (>12 years of age): 10-20 mg (1-2 teaspoonful) every 4 hours, or 30 mg (3 teaspoonful) every 6-8 hours.
Do not exceed 120 mg (12 teaspoonful) in 24 hours.
Child Dose
Oral
Cough suppressant
Children
6 to 12 years of age: 5-10 mg (1/2-1 teaspoonful) every 4 hours, or 15 mg (11/2 teaspoonful) every 6-8 hours. Do not exceed 60 mg (6 teaspoonful) in 24 hours.
2 to 6 years of age: 2.5-5 mg (1/4-1/2 teaspoonful) every 4 hours, or 7.5 mg (3/4 teaspoonful) every 6-8 hours. Do not exceed 30 mg (3 teaspoonful) in 24 hours.
<2 years of age: Use only as directed by the physician.
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to Dextromethorphan or any other component.
Mode of Action
Dextromethorphan is a centrally acting cough suppressant which acts on the cough centre in the medulla.
Precaution
Do not use Dextromethorphan to control a cough that is associated with smoking, asthma, or emphysema, or a cough that is productive (produces sputum or phlegm).
Lactation: Not known if excreted in breast milk; use caution
Side Effect
Common
Nausea,Vomiting,Constipation,Drowsiness,Dizziness,Sedation,Confusion,Nervousness
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy category: C
Lactation: Not known if excreted in breast milk; use caution
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