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dimaphen dm 2 mg/10mL

Brompheniramine maleate, Dextromethorphan HBr, Phenylephrine HCl · SOLUTION · Major Pharmaceuticals

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Dimaphen DM is an over-the-counter oral solution that combines an antihistamine, a cough suppressant, and a decongestant to help relieve cold and allergy symptoms including cough, congestion, and sneezing. Each 10mL dose contains 2mg of brompheniramine maleate, the antihistamine component of this combination product.

Key Facts

Brand Name
dimaphen dm
Generic Name
Brompheniramine maleate, Dextromethorphan HBr, Phenylephrine HCl
NDC Code (Product)
0904-6463
Manufacturer
Major Pharmaceuticals
Strength
2 mg/10mL
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
M012
Marketing Start
09/11/2006

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 occurring with a cold, and nasal congestion due to the common cold, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies • temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever (allergic rhinitis): • runny nose • sneezing • itchy, watery eyes • itching of the nose or throat • temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose

Dosage & Administration

Directions • do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period • measure only with dosage cup provided • keep dosage cup with product • mL = milliliter age dose adults and children 12 years and over 20 mL every 4 hours children 6 to under 12 years 10 mL every 4 hours children under 6 years 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. • to make a child sleepy Ask a doctor before use if you have • heart disease • high blood pressure • thyroid disease • diabetes • trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland • glaucoma • cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) • a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis • cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma or emphysema Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product • do not use more than directed • may cause marked drowsiness • avoid alcoholic beverages • alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness • be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery • excitability may occur, especially in children Stop use and ask a doctor if • you get nervous, dizzy, or sleepless • symptoms do not ge…

Frequently Asked Questions

What is dimaphen dm used for?

Dimaphen DM is an over-the-counter oral solution that combines an antihistamine, a cough suppressant, and a decongestant to help relieve cold and allergy symptoms including cough, congestion, and sneezing. Each 10mL dose contains 2mg of brompheniramine maleate, the antihistamine component of this combination product.

Is dimaphen dm a controlled substance?

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

What is the generic name for dimaphen dm?

The generic name for dimaphen dm is Brompheniramine maleate, Dextromethorphan HBr, Phenylephrine HCl. There are 11 other brand versions of Brompheniramine maleate, Dextromethorphan HBr, Phenylephrine HCl.

What is the NDC code for dimaphen dm 2 mg/10mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for dimaphen dm 2 mg/10mL is 0904-6463, listed by Major Pharmaceuticals.

Product NDC

0904-6463

Package NDC

0904-6463-20

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