What is Robitussin Maximum Strength Nighttime Cough DM?
dextromethorphan works as a cough suppressant. It works by affecting the brain signals that trigger the cough reflex. Doxylamine reduces the effects that histamine has on the body. Histamine can cause symptoms such as sneezing, itching, and watery eyes. Robitussin max strength cough at night dm treats allergies, colds, flus, and a runny or stuffy nasal passage, as well as sneezing or itching. The robitussin maximum strength nighttime cough will not treat a persistent cough caused by smoking or asthma. This medication guide does not list all possible uses for robitussin maximum strength nighttime cough dm.
Side effects of Robitussin Maximum Strength Nighttime Cough DM
If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek immediate medical attention: difficulty breathing, hives, swelling of your lips, face, or throat. The side effects of robitussin nighttime cough maximum strength dm can be serious. If you experience any of the following symptoms, stop using robitussin nighttime cough maximum strength dm immediately and contact your doctor.
- Severe dizziness or anxiety;
- A feeling of lightheadedness, as if you could pass out.
- Little or no urinating is acceptable.
- Liver problems: nausea; upper stomach pain; itching and fatigue; loss of appetite. Dark urine and clay-colored stools. Jaundice.
Robitussin: maximum strength nighttime cough dm side effects may include:
- drowsiness, dizziness;
- Nervousness;
- Sleep problems (insomnia);
- Feeling restless or excited, especially in children
There may be other side effects.call your physician if experiencing side effects; alternatively, the fda can be reached at 1-800-fda-1088 if side effects need reporting.
Similar/related drugs
Benadryl, benzonatate, diphenhydramine, guaifenesin, dextromethorphan, mucinex, and bromfed dm
Warnings
Use robitussin maximum strength nighttime cough only if you've taken an mao inhibitor in the last 14 days. Examples include isocarboxazid (linezolid), phenelzine (phenelzine injection), rasagiline (selegiline), or tranylcypromine. This medication should not be given to children younger than four years of age. Ask a doctor first before giving cough or cold medication to your child. Children as young as 4 years old can die from the misuse of cough and cold medicines. Antihistamines should not be used to put a child to sleep.
Before you take this drug
This medicine should not be used if you have an allergy to dextromethorphan or doxylamine. Use robitussin maximum strength nighttime cough dm only if you've used mao inhibitors in the last 14 days. A dangerous medication interaction may occur. Mao inhibitors are isocarboxazid (linezolid), methylene blue injection, phenelzine, and other drugs. This medication should not be given to children younger than four years of age. Ask a doctor first before giving cough or cold medication to your child. Children as young as 4 years old can die from the misuse of cough medicines.
Antihistamines should not be used to put a child to sleep.
Tell your doctor if:
- Heart disease, high pressure
- A thyroid disorder
- A blockage of your digestive tract, such as the stomach or intestines;
- Liver or kidney disease
- diabetes;
- If you have a cough that is mucus-related or if it is caused by chronic lung disease, then this may be the cause.
- If you have a bladder obstruction or any other problems with urination, then this is the problem for you.
- If you are taking potassium (cytra epiklor k-lyte k-phos kaon klor con polycitra urocit k),
Unborn babies may be harmed by robitussin nighttime cough maximum strength dm. Consult your doctor before taking this medication if you're pregnant. Dextromethorphan or doxylamine can pass through breast milk, causing harm to a nursing infant. Antihistamines can also reduce breast milk production. Consult your doctor before taking this medication if you're breastfeeding. Phenylalanine can be found in cough and cold medicines that are artificially sweetened. Check the label of your medication to determine if it contains phenylalanine if you have phenylketonuria.
How to take Robitussin Maximum Strength Nighttime Cough DM?
Do not exceed the recommended dosage or duration. Use the recommended dose or duration. Do not exceed it. Cold or cough medicine is typically taken for only a few days until symptoms disappear. Use the provided dosing syringe or a dose-measuring cup or spoon to measure liquid medicines. Ask your pharmacist if you don't have a device for measuring doses. If your symptoms don't improve within 7 days, call your doctor. Tell your doctor or surgeon if you've taken robitussin nighttime cough dm in the last few days if you are going to need surgery or medical testing. Store away from moisture or heat at room temperature. Store the liquid at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.
What happens if i miss the dose?
You may not have a schedule for taking robitussin nighttime cough dm, as it is taken when necessary. Use the missed dose immediately if you're on a schedule. If your next scheduled dosage is approaching, skip the missed dose. You should not take extra medicine to compensate for a missed dose.
What happens if i overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help or seek immediate medical attention.
What should be avoided?
Alcohol can enhance certain side effects from dextromethorphan or doxylamine. Before using any other cold or cough medicine, allergy medication, or sleep medication, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Dextromethorphan and doxylamine are found in many combination medicines. You can get too much robitussin nighttime cough maximum strength dm if you take certain products together. You may experience blurred vision, impaired thinking, or reactions. Do not drive or operate machinery until you have determined how robitussin nighttime cough maximum strength dm affects you.
Interaction with other drug
Before using this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist if you also use any other medications, such as vitamins and herbal remedies. When used together, some medicines can have unwanted or harmful effects. This medication guide does not list all possible interactions. This medicine can have adverse effects if taken with drugs that cause you to sleep or slow down your breathing. Ask your doctor if you should take robitussin maximum strength nighttime cough with sleeping pills, narcotics, muscle relaxers, or medicine for anxiety, depression, or seizures.
