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Pronunciation |
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(brome
oh dye fen HYE dra meen &
KOE deen) |
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U.S. Brand
Names |
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Ambenyl® Cough Syrup; Amgenal®
Cough Syrup; Bromanyl® Cough Syrup; Bromotuss® w/Codeine Cough
Syrup |
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Generic
Available |
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Yes |
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Synonyms |
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Codeine and Bromodiphenhydramine |
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Pharmacological Index |
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Antihistamine/Antitussive |
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Use |
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Relief of upper respiratory symptoms and cough associated with allergies or
common cold |
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Restrictions |
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C-V |
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Pregnancy Risk
Factor |
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C |
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Usual Dosage |
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Adults: Oral: 5-10 mL every 4-6 hours |
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Dental Health: Local
Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor
Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |
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Dental Health:
Effects on Dental Treatment |
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Bromodiphenhydramine: 1% to 10%: Dry mouth
Codeine: <1%: Dry mouth |
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Dosage Forms |
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Liquid: Bromodiphenhydramine hydrochloride 12.5 mg and codeine phosphate 10
mg per 5 mL |
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