Also indexed as: Delsym, Pertussin, Robitussin Cough Calmers, Robitussin Pediatric Cough, Sucrets Cough Control Formula, Vicks Formula 44
Combination drugs: Nyquil, Nyquil Hot Therapy Powder, Robitussin CF, Robitussin DM, Tylenol Cold, Tylenol Multi-Symptom Hot Medication
Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant used for short-term treatment of nonproductive coughs. It is available in nonprescription products alone and in combination with other nonprescription drugs to treat symptoms of allergy, colds, and upper respiratory infections.
Summary of Interactions with Vitamins, Herbs, and Foods
In some cases, an herb or supplement may appear in more than one category, which may seem contradictory. For clarification, read the full article for details about the summarized interactions.
| Depletion or interference | None known |
| Side effect reduction/prevention | None known |
| Supportive interaction | None known |
| Reduced drug absorption/bioavailability | None known |
| Adverse interaction | None known |
An asterisk (*) next to an item in the summary indicates that the interaction is supported only by weak, fragmentary, and/or contradictory scientific evidence.
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2006-09-07
