Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. Guaifenesin is an expectorant.
Aquatab DM is a combination medicine used to treat cough and chest congestion caused by the common cold or allergies.
Dextromethorphan will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking.
Aquatab DM may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Do not use Aquatab DM if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine.
asthma, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis.
This medicine may contain phenylalanine. Check the medication label if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).
How should I take Aquatab DM?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Cold or cough medicine is only for short-term use until your symptoms clear up.
Always follow directions on the medicine label about giving cough or cold medicine to a child. Do not use the medicine only to make a child sleepy. Death can occur from the misuse of cough or cold medicines in very young children.
You may need to shake the liquid before you measure a dose. Follow all directions on the label.
Sprinkle the granules directly onto your tongue and swallow right away.
Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking Aquatab DM.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days, or if you have a fever, rash, or headaches.
Since Aquatab DM is used when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. Skip any missed dose if it's almost time for your next dose. Do not use two doses at one time.
What should I avoid while taking Aquatab DM?
Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how Aquatab DM will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using other cough or cold medicines that may contain similar ingredients.
What other drugs will affect Aquatab DM?
Avoid using Aquatab DM with other drugs that cause drowsiness or slow your breathing (such as opioid medicine, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures).
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