Cold Channel
Topics
Medications
Quicklinks
Related Channels
Dextramethoraphan
from eMedTV.comWere you looking for information about Dextromethorphan? Dextramethoraphan is a common misspelling of dextromethorphan.
If you have a minor cough, you may benefit from dextromethorphan. This medicine is a common ingredient in many cold and flu medications, and can help suppress a cough. It is available in prescription and nonprescription products, and comes in a variety of forms, including tablets, capsules, and an oral liquid. Your dosage amount will depend on your age and the particular dextromethorphan product you are using.
(For more information, click Dextromethorphan. This article offers an overview of how this drug works, dosing guidelines, and general precautions. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for more specific information.)
|
|
|
|
Written by/reviewed by: Susan Lakey, PharmD, MPH
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD