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Promethazine Dm - Promethazine W/dextromethorphan - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

  • Below is miscellaneous information regarding Promethazine Dm.
  • Phen-Tuss DM, Phenergan w/Dextromethorphan
  • pro-METH-uh-zeen WITH dex-trow-meth-OR-fan


Possible 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.

Promethazine Dm Miscellaneous Notes

  • Drink plenty of fluids, especially water while taking this medication.
  • It will help to break up mucus and clear congestion.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

  • If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Promethazine Dm Storage Instructions

  • Store at room temperature (59 to 86 degrees F or 15 to 30 degrees C) away from sunlight.
  • Do not store in the bathroom.

Read Before Using Promethazine Dm (precautions)

  • Tell your doctor if you.

Overdose

  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Symptoms of overdose may include nausea; vomiting; blurred vision; drowsiness; slowed breathing; large, unchanging pupils; seizures; and deep sleep or loss of consciousness.

Usage Instructions

  • 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.

Medicinal Applications

  • 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.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

  • Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, including.