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DEXTROMETHORPHAN POLISTIREX 30 mg/5mL

DEXTROMETHORPHAN POLISTIREX · SUSPENSION, EXTENDED RELEASE · Aurohealth LLC

No Recall History
Plain English

Dextromethorphan Polistirex is an over-the-counter cough suppressant available as an extended-release oral suspension that works by blocking certain receptors in the brain involved in the cough reflex. It is commonly used to provide temporary relief from coughs caused by colds or other minor respiratory conditions.

Key Facts

Brand Name
DEXTROMETHORPHAN POLISTIREX
Generic Name
DEXTROMETHORPHAN POLISTIREX
NDC Code (Product)
58602-611
Manufacturer
Aurohealth LLC
Strength
30 mg/5mL
Dosage Form
SUSPENSION, EXTENDED RELEASE
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
ANDA218417
Drug Class
Uncompetitive N-methyl-D-aspartate Receptor Antagonist [EPC]; Sigma-1 Agonist [EPC]
Marketing Start
04/15/2026

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

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

drug ineffective273 reports
diarrhoea66 reports
dizziness39 reports
drug effect incomplete33 reports
hypersensitivity27 reports
nausea27 reports
incorrect dose administered25 reports
condition aggravated24 reports
somnolence23 reports
vomiting19 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 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is DEXTROMETHORPHAN POLISTIREX used for?

Dextromethorphan Polistirex is an over-the-counter cough suppressant available as an extended-release oral suspension that works by blocking certain receptors in the brain involved in the cough reflex. It is commonly used to provide temporary relief from coughs caused by colds or other minor respiratory conditions.

Is DEXTROMETHORPHAN POLISTIREX a controlled substance?

DEXTROMETHORPHAN POLISTIREX is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for DEXTROMETHORPHAN POLISTIREX?

The generic name for DEXTROMETHORPHAN POLISTIREX is DEXTROMETHORPHAN POLISTIREX. There are 11 other brand versions of DEXTROMETHORPHAN POLISTIREX.

What is the NDC code for DEXTROMETHORPHAN POLISTIREX 30 mg/5mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for DEXTROMETHORPHAN POLISTIREX 30 mg/5mL is 58602-611, listed by Aurohealth LLC.