Dextromethorphan
Dextromethorphan Information
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Dextromethorphan
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Dextromethorphan (HBr) is antitussive agent. Chemically Dextromethorphan (HBr) is identified as morphinan,3-methoxy-17-methyl-, (9a,13a,14a )-, hydrobrmide. Dextromethorphan (HBr) is the d isomer of the codeine analog of levophanol. In contrast to the l isomer, dextromethorphan does not possess analgesic or addictive properties, and its principal use is as a cough suppressant.
Indications
Dextromethorphan is primarily indicated in conditions like Dry cough.
Contraindication
Dextromethorphan is contraindicated in conditions like Asthma,Respiratory failure,Liver diseases,Emphysema.
Side Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Dextromethorphan, which give rise to further complications include Dependency.The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Dextromethorphan include Excitation.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Dextromethorphan are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Drowsiness, Vomiting, Restlessness, Mental confusion, Excitation.
Warnings
Dextromethorphan should be used with caution in patients with any pre-existing kidney disease, heart disease, lungs disease, asthma, emphysema, high blood pressure, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, glaucoma, prostate trouble or if have any allergy. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or lactation.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Paediatrics, Pregnant Mothers, patients suffering from Liver Malfunction, and Neonates.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Dosage
Dextromethorphan Dosage for Adults
| Dose | 10 to 30 mg |
| Single Dose | 20 (20) |
| Frequency | 8 hourly |
| Route | PO |
| Note: Frequency may be increased upto 4 times/day if needed. |
Dextromethorphan Dosage for Neonatal
| Dose | 0.312 mg/kg |
| Single Dose | 0.31 (0.312) |
| Frequency | 8 hourly |
| Route | Oral |
Dextromethorphan Dosage for Paedriatic
| Dose | 5 to 10 mg |
| Single Dose | 7.5 (7.5) |
| Frequency | 4 hourly |
| Route | To a maximum of 60 mg in 24 hours. |
| Dose | 7.5 mg |
| Single Dose | 7.5 (7.5) |
| Frequency | 6 hourly |
| Route | 3 or 4 times a day |
| Dose | 2.5 to 5 mg |
| Single Dose | 3.8 (3.75) |
| Frequency | 4 hourly |
| Route | Oral |
| Note: To a maximum of 30mg in 24hour (2-6 year) |
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