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Delsym (Dextromethorphan) 30 mg/5mL

Dextromethorphan · SUSPENSION, EXTENDED RELEASE · Reckitt Benckiser LLC

No Recall History
Plain English

Delsym (Dextromethorphan) is a suspension, extended release containing dextromethorphan at 30 mg/5mL, taken oral. Manufactured by Reckitt Benckiser LLC.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Delsym (Dextromethorphan)
Generic Name
Dextromethorphan
NDC Code (Product)
63824-177
Manufacturer
Reckitt Benckiser LLC
Strength
30 mg/5mL
Dosage Form
SUSPENSION, EXTENDED RELEASE
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
NDA018658
Drug Class
Uncompetitive N-methyl-D-aspartate Receptor Antagonist [EPC]; Sigma-1 Agonist [EPC]
Marketing Start
08/19/2011

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

toxicity to various agents675 reports
drug abuse640 reports
completed suicide350 reports
death301 reports
drug interaction208 reports
overdose177 reports
dyspnoea155 reports
pneumonia146 reports
intentional overdose145 reports
off label use145 reports

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 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. Ask a doctor before use if you have chronic cough that lasts such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) Stop use and ask a doctor if cough lasts more than 7 days, 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. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Delsym (Dextromethorphan) used for?

Delsym (Dextromethorphan) contains Dextromethorphan. It is a suspension, extended release taken oral. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is Delsym (Dextromethorphan) a controlled substance?

Delsym (Dextromethorphan) is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Delsym (Dextromethorphan)?

The generic name for Delsym (Dextromethorphan) is Dextromethorphan. There are 12 other brand versions of Dextromethorphan.

What is the NDC code for Delsym (Dextromethorphan) 30 mg/5mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Delsym (Dextromethorphan) 30 mg/5mL is 63824-177, listed by Reckitt Benckiser LLC.