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Pronunciation |
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(soo
doe e FED rin & deks troe
meth OR fan) |
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U.S. Brand
Names |
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Drixoral® Cough & Congestion Liquid
Caps
[OTC]; Vicks® 44D Cough & Head
Congestion; Vicks® 44 Non-Drowsy Cold & Cough
Liqui-Caps [OTC] |
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Generic
Available |
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Yes |
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Pharmacological Index |
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Antitussive/Decongestant |
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Use |
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Temporary symptomatic relief of nasal congestion due to common cold, upper
respiratory allergies, and sinusitis; also promotes nasal or sinus drainage;
symptomatic relief of coughs caused by minor viral upper respiratory tract
infections or inhaled irritants; most effective for a chronic nonproductive
cough |
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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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Oral: Adults: One capsule or 5-10 mL every 6 hours |
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Dental Health: Local
Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor
Precautions |
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Use with caution since pseudoephedrine 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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Up to 10% of patients could experience tachycardia, palpitations, and dry
mouth; use vasoconstrictor with caution |
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Dosage Forms |
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Capsule: Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 60 mg and dextromethorphan
hydrobromide 30 mg
Liquid: Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 20 mg and dextromethorphan hydrobromide
10 mg per 5 mL |
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