Dextromethorphan (Duramax)
Also known as Robitussin Night Relief, Anatuss, Child Tylenol Cold Multi-Symptom Plus Cough, Comtrex Cold And Flu Maximum Strength, Comtrex Cold And Flu Maximum Strength Liquid, Comtrex Maximum Strength Cold Relief, Comtrex Non Drowsy Liquigel, Comtrex Non-Drowsy, Contac Severe Cold And Flu Maximum Stength, and Contac Severe Cold And Flu Non Drowsy
Dextromethorphan (DXM or DM) is an antitussive (cough suppressant) drug. It is one of the active ingredients in many over-the-counter cold and cough medicines, including generic labels and store brands, Benylin DM, Mucinex DM, Robitussin, NyQuil, Dimetapp, Vicks, Coricidin, Delsym, TheraFlu, and others. Dextromethorphan has also found other uses in medicine, ranging from pain relief to psychological applications. It is sold in syrup, tablet, spray, and lozenge forms. In its pure form, dextromethorphan occurs as a white powder.
Source: WikipediaEstimated Total Cost: $8.98 for an average of 7 days supply
What is it prescribed for?
Patients are most commonly prescribed dextromethorphan to treat cough, common cold, nasal congestion, and coryza.
What drug interactions are known?
Critical Interactions
Significant Interactions
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