PROMETHAZINE W/DEXTROMETHORPHAN - ORAL (Phen-Tuss DM, Phenergan w/Dextromethorphan) side effects, medical uses, and drug interactions.

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GENERIC NAME: PROMETHAZINE W/DEXTROMETHORPHAN - ORAL (pro-METH-uh-zeen WITH dex-trow-meth-OR-fan)

BRAND NAME(S): Phen-Tuss DM, Phenergan w/Dextromethorphan

USES: Promethazine is an antihistamine which relieves runny nose, sneezing, itchy nose and throat and itchy, watery eyes. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. This combination medication is used to treat symptoms associated with the common cold, allergies, hay fever, sinusitis and other respiratory illnesses.

HOW TO USE: Take this medication as prescribed. Be sure to follow instructions closely. Do not increase your dose or take this more often than directed. May be taken with or without food.

SIDE EFFECTS: Dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, nausea or dry mouth may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water or use saliva substitute. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. Also limit your intake of alcoholic beverages which will aggravate these effects. Notify your doctor if you develop: chest pain, a rapid pulse, skin rash, high blood pressure, tremors, nervousness, hallucinations. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you: kidney problems, heart problems, lung disease, asthma, emphysema, high blood pressure, an overactive thyroid, diabetes, glaucoma, prostate trouble, depression, any allergies. Use caution performing tasks requiring alertness if this medication causes you to feel drowsy or dizzy. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Since small amounts of this medication are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

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GENERIC NAME: PROMETHAZINE W/DEXTROMETHORPHAN - ORAL (pro-METH-uh-zeen WITH dex-trow-meth-OR-fan)

BRAND NAME(S): Phen-Tuss DM, Phenergan w/Dextromethorphan

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