DGM (200 mg+15 mg+15 mg)/5 ml

DGM (200 mg+15 mg+15 mg)/5 ml | INDICATIONS AND USES

This preparation is indicated for chest congestion, cough & sore throat.

DGM (200 mg+15 mg+15 mg)/5 ml | PHARMACOLOGY

Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in the chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through the mouth. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex. Menthol is an organic compound made synthetically or obtained from corn mint, peppermint or other mint oils. It has local anesthetic and counter irritant qualities and it is widely used to relieve throat irritation.

DGM (200 mg+15 mg+15 mg)/5 ml | DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION

Adult use: Only (12 years and over) 2 tea spoonful syrup (10 ml) every 6 hours. Maximum dose: 8 tea spoonful syrup (40 ml)/day. Pediatric use: Do not use for children less than 12 years of age.

DGM (200 mg+15 mg+15 mg)/5 ml | DRUG INTERACTIONS

Possible reactions systemically may occur with acetaminophen or hydrocodone, diphenhydramine, escitalopram, acetaminophen or codeine, alprazolam & ondansetron.

DGM (200 mg+15 mg+15 mg)/5 ml | SIDE EFFECTS

Common side effects are dizziness, drowsiness, gastrointestinal disturbance, feeling nervous, restless, anxious or irritable.

DGM (200 mg+15 mg+15 mg)/5 ml | USE DURING PREGNANCY AND LACTATION

Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide and Guaifenesin have been assigned to pregnancy category C by the FDA. There are no controlled data on this combination product in human pregnancy. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide and Guaifenesin is only recommended for use during pregnancy when benefit outweighs risk. There are no data on the excretion of Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide and Guaifenesin into human milk. In nursing mothers, a decision should be made to discontinue. There are no human studies on the use of Menthol during pregnancy, thus, its risk is undetermined.

DGM (200 mg+15 mg+15 mg)/5 ml | PRECAUTIONS & WARNINGS

Talk to a doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you have asthma, chronic lung disease/ shortness of breath, persistent/ chronic cough or taking a drug for depression, including monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor drugs.

DGM (200 mg+15 mg+15 mg)/5 ml | THERAPEUTIC CLASS

Combined cough expectorants, Combined cough suppressants

DGM (200 mg+15 mg+15 mg)/5 ml | STORAGE CONDITIONS

Store in a cool (below 30°C) and dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.