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Generic: dextromethorphan/guaifenesin/phenylephrine View All Brands Duraphen Forte, Duraphen DM, Dexcon-PE, Deconex DM, Despec DM, Dexcon-DM, Dacex-PE, Anextuss, Certuss-D, Dacex-DM, Deconex DMX, Despec DM Syrup, DuraMAX, Ambi 40/1000/60 An upper respiratory combination - It is used to treat cough and congestion				To get info about second drug, type a name above.
What if I miss a dose? If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses. What may interact with this medicine? Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications: ergot alkaloids like dihydroergotamine MAOIs like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate stimulant medicines for attention disorders, weight loss, or to stay awake This medicine may also interact with the following medications: alcohol barbiturates like phenobarbital certain heart medicines like metoprolol, digoxin, and methyldopa diuretics doxazosin medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances medicines for sleep medicines to treat blood pressure muscle relaxers other medicines for cold, cough, or allergy some medicines used for sleep during surgery tamsulosin This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non- prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine. What should I watch for while using this medicine? Talk to your doctor if your cough lasts for more than 1 week. If you have a high fever, skin rash, lasting headache, or sore throat, see your doctor. Drink several glasses of water each day. This will help loosen mucus. You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol may interfere with the effect of this medicine. Avoid alcoholic drinks.
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