Monograph Details
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Respiratory Tract
> Cough and cold
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BENYLIN PEDIATRIC |
| Manufacturer |
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McNeil Consumer & Specialty Pharmaceuticals |
| Legal Classification |
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OTC |
| Pharmacological Class |
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Antitussive. |
| Generic Name |
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Dextromethorphan HBr 7.5mg/5mL; sugar- and alcohol-free; grape flavor liq. |
| Indications |
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Nonproductive cough. |
| Children |
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Under 2 yrs: consult manufacturer. 2–6 yrs: 5mL. 6–12 yrs: 10mL. Both: every 6–8 hours. |
| Adults |
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20mL every 6–8 hours. |
| Contraindications |
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Within 14 days of MAOIs. |
| Precautions |
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Asthma. Lower respiratory disorders. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers. |
| Interactions |
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Hyperpyretic crisis with MAOIs. |
| How Supplied |
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Liq—4oz |
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