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dextromethorphan/promethazine (Phenergan with dextromethorphan)

Tradenames: Phenameth DM, Phenazine w/DM Indications: - temporary relief of coughs & upper respiratory tract symptoms associated with allergy or the common cold Contraindications: - concurrent use of MAO inhibitors Dosage: 1) adults & children > 12 years of age: -> 5-10 mL every 4-6 hours PRN 2) children 6-12 years: 2.5-5 mL every 4-6 hours PRN 3) children 2-6 years: 1.25-2.5 mL every 4-6 hours PRN Syrup: promethazine HCl 6.25 mg & dextromethorphan HBr 15 mg/5 mL (120 mL, 240 mL) Adverse effects: see promethazine & dextromethorphan.

Interactions

drug interactions

General

Ear nose throat combination

References

  1. The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, 9th ed. Gilman et al, eds. Permagon Press/McGraw Hill, 1996
  2. Kaiser Permanente Northern California Regional Drug Formulary, 1998

Components

dextromethorphan (Benylin DM) promethazine (Phenergan, Farganesse)