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- $Title{dextromethorphan and iodinated glycerol combination}
- $Subject{Iophen DM Torganic-DM Major Tusside Ortega Tussi-Organidin DM Wallace
- Tussi-R-Gen Goldline Cough suppressant expectorant dextromethorphan iodinated
- glycerol coughs colds infections inflammation upper respiratory tract
- bronchial secretions cough center brain}
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- Copyright (C) 1993 Publications International, Ltd.
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- dextromethorphan and iodinated glycerol combination
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- BRAND NAMES (Manufacturers)
-
- Iophen DM (various manufacturers)
- Torganic-DM (Major)
- Tusside (Ortega)
- Tussi-Organidin DM (Wallace)
- Tussi-R-Gen DM (Goldline)
-
- TYPE OF DRUG
-
- Cough suppressant and expectorant combination
-
- INGREDIENTS
-
- dextromethorphan and iodinated glycerol
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- DOSAGE FORM
-
- Oral liquid (10 mg dextromethorphan and 30 mg iodinated glycerol per 5-ml
- spoonful)
-
- STORAGE
-
- This medicine should be stored at room temperature in a tightly closed
- container. Avoid exposure of this medication to high temperatures during
- storage.
-
- USES
-
- Dextromethorphan and iodinated glycerol combination is used to relieve
- coughs due to colds or infections or inflammation of the upper respiratory
- tract. Iodinated glycerol is an expectorant, which loosens bronchial
- secretions. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant, which acts on the cough
- center in the brain.
-
- TREATMENT
-
- You can take dextromethorphan and iodinated glycerol combination either
- on an empty stomach or, to avoid stomach irritation, with food or milk (as
- directed by your doctor).
- Each dose should be measured carefully with a specially designed 5-ml
- measuring spoon.
- To help loosen the mucus in the bronchi, you should drink a glass of
- water after each dose.
- If you miss a dose of this medication, take the missed dose as soon as
- possible, unless it is almost time for the next dose. In that case, do not
- take the missed dose at all; return to your regular dosing schedule. Do not
- double the dose.
-
- SIDE EFFECTS
-
- Minor.
-
- Drowsiness or stomach upset. These side effects should disappear as your
- body adjusts to this medication.
-
- Major.
-
- Tell your doctor about any side effects that are persistent or
- particularly bothersome. IT IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR about
- extreme weakness, skin rash, or swollen lymph nodes.
-
- INTERACTIONS
-
- This medicine can interact with other types of drugs:
- 1. Use with other central nervous system depressants (such as alcohol,
- barbiturates, benzodiazepine tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, narcotics, pain
- medications, phenothiazine tranquilizers, and sleeping medications) or with
- tricyclic antidepressants can lead to drowsiness.
- 2. The iodine component of iodinated glycerol can increase the side
- effects of lithium on the thyroid gland. It can also increase the effects of
- antithyroid medications.
- 3. Use of dextromethorphan within 14 days of use of a monoamine oxidase
- inhibitor (such as isocarboxazid, pargyline, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine)
- can result in high blood pressure and other side effects.
- Before starting this medication, BE SURE TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR about any
- medications you are currently taking, especially any of those listed above.
-
- WARNINGS
-
- * Tell your doctor about unusual or allergic reactions you have had to
- any medications, especially to dextromethorphan or to iodinated glycerol or
- iodine.
- * Before starting to take this medication, be sure to tell your doctor if
- you now have or if you have ever had acne, cystic fibrosis, heart disease, or
- thyroid disease.
- * If this drug makes you dizzy or drowsy, do not take part in activities
- that require alertness, such as driving a car or operating potentially
- dangerous equipment.
- * While you are taking this medication, drink several glasses of water a
- day to help loosen bronchial secretions, unless your doctor directs you to do
- otherwise.
- * Be sure to tell your doctor if you are pregnant. This medication
- should not be taken during pregnancy. Iodinated glycerol can cause goiter (an
- enlarged thyroid gland) in the developing fetus. Also, tell your doctor if
- you are breast-feeding an infant. Iodinated glycerol can pass into breast
- milk and cause side effects in the nursing infant.
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- The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace
- the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your
- doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical
- problem.
-