Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
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Age: Adults and children aged 12 years and over |
Dose: Oral Syrup – 2 teaspoonfuls Frequency: at bedtime followed by 2 teaspoonfuls every 6 hours Note: Do not take more than 4 doses (1 dose = 2 teaspoonfuls) in 24 hours. |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Age: 12 years and over |
Dose: Oral Syrup – 2 teaspoonfuls Frequency: at bedtime followed by 2 teaspoonfuls every 6 hours Note: Do not take more than 4 doses (1 dose = 2 teaspoonfuls) in 24 hours |
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Age: 12 years and over |
Dose: Oral Syrup – 2 teaspoonfuls Frequency: four times a day Note: Do not take more than 4 doses (1 dose = 2 teaspoonfuls) in 24 hours |
Administration
- Take as directed
- Can be taken with or without food
Side Effect
- drowsiness
- dizziness
- gastrointestinal disturbance
- dry mouth
- nose and throat
- difficulty in urination or blurred vision
- Dextromethorphan dizziness
- nausea
- vomiting
- or gastro-intestinal disturbance may occur
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Monoamine oxidase inhibitors
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Can occasionally result in symptoms such as hyperpyrexia, hallucinations, gross excitation or coma
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Respiratory failure
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Can worsen breathing problems
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Taking MAO inhibitors
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Can cause severe reactions including fever and hallucinations
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Do not store this product above 30ºC. Store in the original container. Keep the product out of the reach and sight of children.
Data Sources
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