tussin dm
Hy-Vee, Inc. Tussin DM Drug Facts
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- Active ingredient (in each 5 mL tsp)
- Purpose
- tussin dm Uses
- Warnings
- Directions
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- Inactive ingredients
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FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
Active ingredient (in each 5 mL tsp)
Dextromethorphan HBr, USP 10 mg
Guaifenesin, USP 100 mg
Purpose
Cough suppressant
Expectorant
tussin dm Uses
- temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold
- helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to drain bronchial tubes
Warnings
Do not use
- if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson’s disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
- cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
Stop use and ask a doctor if
cough lasts for more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition.
If pregnant or breast-feeding,
ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period
- this adult product is not intended for use in children under 12 years of age
age | dose |
adults and children 12 years and over |
2 teaspoons every 4 hours |
children under 12 years | do not use |
Other information
- Phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine 15 mg per teaspoon
- store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
Inactive ingredients
aspartame, benzoic acid, flavors, glycerin, hydroxyethyl cellulose, polyethylene glycol, purified water
Questions or comments?
1-800-719-9260
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Non-Drowsy
Adult
Tussin DM
Cough & Chest Congestion
Sugar-Free
Cough Suppressant (Dextromethorphan HBr)
Expectorant (Guaifenesin)
Relieves:
Coughs plus
Chest Congestion
Mucus
Specially Formulated for Diabetics
For Ages 12 & Over
Alcohol & Sugar Free
tussin dmDextromethorphan HBr, Guaifenesin LIQUID
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