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childrens cough dm 30 mg/5mL

Dextromethorphan polistirex · SUSPENSION · Walgreen Company

No Recall History
Plain English

Children's Cough DM is an over-the-counter cough suppressant suspension containing dextromethorphan that is taken by mouth to help relieve cough due to colds or other minor respiratory irritations in children.

Key Facts

Brand Name
childrens cough dm
Generic Name
Dextromethorphan polistirex
NDC Code (Product)
0363-0899
Manufacturer
Walgreen Company
Strength
30 mg/5mL
Dosage Form
SUSPENSION
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
ANDA091135
Marketing Start
06/12/2015

Recall History

No Recall History

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

Uses temporarily relieves • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with the common cold or inhaled irritants • the impulse to cough to help you get to sleep

Dosage & Administration

Directions • shake bottle well before use • measure only with dosing cup provided • do not use dosing cup with other products • dose as follows or as directed by a doctor • mL = milliliter adults and children 12 years of age and over 10 mL every 12 hours, not to exceed 20 mL in 24 hours children 6 to under 12 years of age 5 mL every 12 hours, not to exceed 10 mL in 24 hours children 4 to under 6 years of age 2.5 mL every 12 hours, not to exceed 5 mL in 24 hours children under 4 years of age do not use

Warnings

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. Allergy Alert: Contains sodium metabisulfite, a sulfite that may cause allergic-type reactions. Ask a doctor before use if you have • chronic cough that lasts as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) Stop use and ask a doctor if • side effects occur. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. • cough lasts more than 7 days, cough comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is childrens cough dm used for?

Children's Cough DM is an over-the-counter cough suppressant suspension containing dextromethorphan that is taken by mouth to help relieve cough due to colds or other minor respiratory irritations in children.

Is childrens cough dm a controlled substance?

childrens cough dm is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for childrens cough dm?

The generic name for childrens cough dm is Dextromethorphan polistirex. There are 12 other brand versions of Dextromethorphan polistirex.

What is the NDC code for childrens cough dm 30 mg/5mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for childrens cough dm 30 mg/5mL is 0363-0899, listed by Walgreen Company.