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Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Per 5 mL Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg, chlorpheniramine maleate 1 mg
Indications/Uses
Cough in cold, flu, TB, bronchitis, bronchial asthma, pertussis, measles, pneumonia, excessive smoking, psychogenic cough.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Adult 1-2 tsp. Childn ≥6 yr ½-1 tsp. To be taken tds-qds.
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Contraindications
Asthma; MAOI therapy, lower resp tract disease; newborn or premature infant; coronary thrombosis; HTN, hyperthyroidism; closed-angle glaucoma; lactation.
Special Precautions
Impaired renal function; cardiac disease; diabetes; thyrotoxicosis; may impair ability to drive or operate machinery. Childn <6 yr.
Adverse Reactions
GI disturbances; drowsiness, dizziness, excitation; resp depression; dry mouth, tachycardia, urinary retention; erythematous nummular patches.
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Drug Interactions
Affected by debrisoquine; guanethidine, MAOIs, reserpine & methyldopa, tricyclic antidepressants.
MIMS Class
ATC Classification
R05DA20 - combinations ; Belongs to the class of opium alkaloids and derivatives. Used as cough suppressant.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Cosyr (Reformulated) syr
Packing/Price
120 mL x 1's;4 L x 1's
