Monograph Details
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Respiratory Tract
> Cough and cold
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DIMETAPP TODDLER'S DROPS DECONGESTANT PLUS COUGH |
| Manufacturer |
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Wyeth Consumer Healthcare |
| Legal Classification |
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OTC |
| Pharmacological Class |
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Antitussive + sympathomimetic. |
| Generic Name |
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Dextromethorphan HBr 2.5mg, phenylephrine HCl 1.25mg; per 0.8mL; liq; grape flavor; alcohol-free. |
| Indications |
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Nasal congestion, cough. |
| Children |
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Use dosing device provided. <2yrs: do not use. 2–5yrs: 1.6mL every 4 hours as needed. |
| Contraindications |
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Children <2yrs old. Within 14 days of MAOIs. |
| Precautions |
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Cardiovascular disease. Hypertension. Thyroid disease. Diabetes. Asthma. Lower respiratory disorders. |
| Interactions |
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Hypertensive crisis with MAOIs. β-blockers may increase pressor effects of sympathomimetics. Antihypertensives antagonized. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Nervousness, dizziness, insomnia. |
| How Supplied |
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Liq—15mL (w. dosing device) |
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