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USES: Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant used to relieve a dry, hacking cough.
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How To Use |
Side Effects |
Precautions |
Missed Dose |
Drug Interactions |
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Benylin
Uses
Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant used to relieve a dry, hacking cough.
Notes
- If the cough worsens, last for longer than one week or is accompanied by a high fever, notify your doctor.
Storage
- Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
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Benylin Chesty Cough Sachets - Non |
Benylin Adult Tickly Cough 125ml |
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How To Use
- Take this medication by mouth as prescribed.
- Do not increase your dose or take this more often than directed.
Side Effects
- Dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, or stomach ache may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication.
- If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
- To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly.
- Also limit your intake of alcoholic beverages which will aggravate these effects.
- Notify your doctor if you develop chest pain, a rapid pulse, nervousness or become confused while taking this medication.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing lung disease, asthma, emphysema or if you have any allergies.
- This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- Since small amounts of this medication are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, especially MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine).
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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