Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide

Uses	Dry cough
Therapy	Cough Cold Preparation
Side Effects	Itching, rashes, dizziness, drowsiness, sleepiness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain

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Molecule Description

Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is an antitussive medicine used to treat dry cough by suppressing the cough. It should be taken as directed by the doctor, in doses and for a duration as prescribed. Driving and handling machinery should be avoided because this medicine can cause dizziness. Before using Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding, and about your detailed medical history. According to the advisory issued by the Union Health Ministry, cough and cold medications should not be prescribed or dispensed to children under two years of age. This medicine should not be given to children below 12 years of age. For older children, any use should be based on careful clinical evaluation and close supervision.

Uses

Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is used for the relief of persistent dry cough.

Contraindications

When should one not use Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide

If you are allergic to dextromethorphan or any of the ingredients of Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide.
If you are already taking any medicines for psychiatric disorders such as Escitalopram, Mirtazapine.
If you are at risk of developing respiratory disorders like breathing difficulty.
It should not be given to children below 12 years of age.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Itching, rashes
Dizziness, drowsiness, sleepiness
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

There is limited information on the use of Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide in pregnancy. Hence it is recommended not to use the same unless prescribed by your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding, as no information is available on the use of Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide during breastfeeding. Your doctor will tell you about the use of this medicine after assessing the benefits over risks.

Driving

Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide can affect your driving ability. If you feel any symptoms like dizziness or drowsiness, try to avoid driving or operating any machinery.

Alcohol

Alcohol intake along with Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide can cause sedation. It is advisable to avoid alcohol consumption during the treatment.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You are suffering from persistent cough or asthma.
You have a liver problem because it requires much caution.
You have been told by your doctor that you are a slow metabolizer of medicines used for psychiatric disorders (CYP2D6). Doctors advise caution for such patients.
You are already taking any other cough/cold medicines or any other medicines to treat mental conditions, as it may enhance the side effects.
Your child develops an allergy, then it should be used with caution.
You have previously suffered from withdrawal symptoms like aggression, anxiety, sweating when you suddenly stopped taking drugs or alcohol.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide acts by suppressing the cough centre in the brain and stops or suppresses the cough.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
Concomitant use of Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide and medicine to treat psychiatric disorders such as Selegiline, Rasagiline should be avoided, as there are chances of adverse effects like high fever, hallucinations, excitations, or sometimes coma.
Simultaneous use of this medicine along with the medicines used to treat psychiatric disorders such as Amitriptyline, Citalopram, can lead to adverse effects like aggression, confusion, diarrhoea, respiratory problem.
Other medicines are Amiodarone, Flecainide, and Propafenone, Sertraline, Bupropion, Methadone, Cinacalcet, Haloperidol, Perphenazine, and Thioridazine, Quinidine, and Terbinafine, which may affect the mental condition. The patient should be monitored closely, and the doctor may change the dose accordingly.
Concomitant use of this medicine with alcohol, antiallergic medicines, and medicines used to treat psychiatric diseases may enhance the sedative effect of the medicine.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose may include uncontrolled movement of eyes, dilation of pupil, nausea, vomiting, depression, excitation, laziness, dizziness, slurred speech, mental confusion, breathing difficulty, etc. If you think you have taken too much of Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, then contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, then take it as soon as you remember.
If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule.
Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is for dry cough only. You should consult a doctor before taking this medicine. Do not self medicate without consulting the doctor.

Yes, you should tell your doctor if you are already taking any other cough medicines, any medicines for brain disease as it may enhance the side effects.

No, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide does not contain steroids. It is an antitussive medicine that suppresses the cough.

You should take Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide in doses and duration prescribed by your doctor, as it shall be based on your medical diagnosis.

Yes, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is used for dry cough. It is an antitussive medicine that suppresses coughing.

You must take Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide exactly as prescribed by the doctor.