What is Capron Dm?
Dextromethorphan works as a cough suppressant, and pyrilamine acts as an antihistamine. Capron is used as a combination medication to treat symptoms such as sneezing and itching, allergies, or the common cold. Capron DM does not treat a persistent cough caused by smoking or asthma. Capron-DM can be used in other ways not mentioned in the medication guide.
Side effects of Capron DM
If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergy reaction, seek immediate medical attention: difficulty breathing, hives, swelling in your lips, face, throat, or tongue.
Capron DM may cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- Anxiety or severe sleepiness
- Little or no urinating is acceptable.
- A feeling of lightheadedness, as if you could pass out.
Capron DM can cause the following side effects:
- Drowsiness;
- Nervousness
- Feeling restless or excited, especially in children
There may be other side effects. Call your physician if experiencing side effects; also report these to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
Capron-DM should not be used if an MAO inhibitor has been taken in the last 14 days. Examples include isocarboxazid (linezolid), methylene green injection, phenelzine, or rasagiline.
Never use cough and cold medicine to put a very young child to sleep.
Before you take this drug
This medicine should not be used if you have an allergy to dextromethorphan, pyrilamine, or both.
Caprondm should not be used if an MAO inhibitor has been taken in the last 14 days. Drug interactions can occur. The MAO inhibitors are isocarboxazid (linezolid), methylene blue injection, phenelzine, and other drugs.
If you've ever:
- Chronic bronchitis and other respiratory problems
- Heart problems
- Glaucoma;
- A thyroid condition;
- Diabetes
- An enlarged prostrate can cause urination issues.
Consult your doctor before taking this medication if you're pregnant or nursing. The medicine you are taking may contain phenylalanine. If you have phenylketonuria, check the label of your medication. Consult a physician before administering this medication to children younger than 12 years old.
How to take Capron-DM?
Follow the directions on the package or those prescribed by your physician. Use cold or cough medicines only as needed until symptoms have cleared up.
Follow the directions provided on the label when giving a cough medicine or cold medication to your child. Never use cough and cold medicine to put a young child to sleep. Measuring liquid medication is important. Dosing devices are available, but not spoons. If your symptoms don't improve within 7 days, call your doctor. Keep away from heat and moisture. Store at room temperature.
What happens if I miss the dose?
You may not have a schedule for dextromethrophan or pyrilamine, as they are used only when necessary. If it is almost time to take your next dose, skip the missed dose. Never take two doses in one go.
What happens if I overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help or seek immediate medical attention.
What should be avoided?
Alcohol consumption with Capron can have side effects. Before using any other cold or cough medicines, ask your doctor or pharmacist if they contain the same ingredients. Do not drive or engage in hazardous activities until you have determined how the medicine affects you. You may be unable to react properly.
Interaction with other drug
Before using any dextromethrophan or pyrilamine together with other medications, ask your doctor or pharmacist. This is especially important if you are taking drugs that cause drowsiness, such as sleep medication, opioids, muscle relaxers, medicines for anxiety, or seizures. Inform your doctor of all the medicines you are currently taking and those that you have started or stopped using. Included are prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. This list does not include all interactions.
