Tussin DM 10 mg/5mL
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN · LIQUID · Discount Drug Mart
Tussin DM is an over-the-counter liquid cough medicine that combines dextromethorphan (a cough suppressant) with guaifenesin (an expectorant) to help relieve coughs and loosen mucus. It is taken by mouth and comes in a liquid form with a strength of 10 mg/5 mL.
Key Facts
- Brand Name
- Tussin DM
- Generic Name
- DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN
- NDC Code (Product)
53943-503- Manufacturer
- Discount Drug Mart
- Strength
- 10 mg/5mL
- Dosage Form
- LIQUID
- Route
- ORAL
- Marketing Status
- Application #
- M012
- Drug Class
- Expectorant [EPC]
- Marketing Start
- 11/19/2014
Recall History
Aaron Industries Inc
Presence of Precipitate; white substance confirmed as Guaifenesin, an active ingredient was observed in some bottles.
AptaPharma Inc.
Incorrect/Undeclared Excipient: Product contains alcohol
Geritrex, LLC
cGMP Deviations: Products may have microbial contamination.
Pharma-Natural Inc.
CGMP Deviations: products were manufactured with lack of process validation, cleaning validation, stability studies, and other current good manufacturing practice violations.
Denison Pharmaceuticals, LLC
CGMP Deviations: Use of non-food grade lubricant in mixing vessel.
Kramer Laboratories, Inc.
CGMP Deviations: use of non-food grade lubricant in mixing vessel.
Side Effects Reported to FDA
FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects
Full Prescribing Information
Indications & Usage
Uses temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to drain bronchial tubes
Dosage & Administration
Directions do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period measure only with dosing cup provided keep dosing cup with product mL = milliliter this adult product is not intended for use in children under 12 years of age age dose adults and children 12 years and over 20 mL every 4 hours children under 12 years do not use
Warnings
Warnings
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tussin DM used for?
Tussin DM is an over-the-counter liquid cough medicine that combines dextromethorphan (a cough suppressant) with guaifenesin (an expectorant) to help relieve coughs and loosen mucus. It is taken by mouth and comes in a liquid form with a strength of 10 mg/5 mL.
Is Tussin DM a controlled substance?
Tussin DM is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.
What is the generic name for Tussin DM?
The generic name for Tussin DM is DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN. There are 11 other brand versions of DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN.
What is the NDC code for Tussin DM 10 mg/5mL?
The NDC (National Drug Code) for Tussin DM 10 mg/5mL is 53943-503, listed by Discount Drug Mart.
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