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Pronunciation |
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(klor
fen IR a meen, fen il EF rin,
& deks troe meth OR fan) |
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U.S. Brand
Names |
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Cerose-DM®[OTC] |
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Generic
Available |
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No |
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Pharmacological Index |
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Antihistamine/Decongestant/Antitussive |
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Use |
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Temporary relief of cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation;
relieves nasal congestion, runny nose and sneezing |
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Warnings/Precautions |
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Research on chicken embryos exposed to concentrations of dextromethorphan
relative to those typically taken by humans has shown to cause birth defects and
fetal death; more study is needed, but it is suggested that pregnant women
should be advised not to use dextromethorphan-containing
medications |
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Usual Dosage |
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Adults: Oral: 5-10 mL 4 times/day |
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Dental Health: Local
Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor
Precautions |
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Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan: No information available to require
special precautions
Phenylephrine: Use with caution since phenylephrine is a sympathomimetic
amine which could interact with epinephrine to cause a pressor response
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Dental Health:
Effects on Dental Treatment |
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Chlorpheniramine: Prolonged use will cause significant xerostomia
Dextromethorphan: No effects or complications reported
Phenylephrine: Up to 10% of patients could experience tachycardia,
palpitations, and dry mouth; use vasoconstrictor with caution; prolonged use
will cause significant xerostomia |
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Dosage Forms |
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Liquid: Chlorpheniramine maleate 4 mg, phenylephrine hydrochloride 10 mg, and
dextromethorphan hydrobromide 15 mg per 5
mL |
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