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Acetaminophen and Dextromethorphan is a combination medicine that helps treat cough, pain, or fever caused by the common cold or flu. In particular, Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and fever reducer, while Dextromethorphan helps relieve cough (excluding cough caused by smoking, asthma or emphysema).1. Dosage of Acetaminophen and Dextromethorphan
1.1 Dextromethorphan During the use of the drug, users need to adhere to the correct dosage as directed on the drug label.
For liquid medicine, it is recommended to measure the medicine using the special measuring spoon or medicine cup provided; For chewable tablets, the tablets must be chewed before swallowing. Also, it is recommended to drink extra fluids while taking this medicine.
*Note: Do not take Acetaminophen and Dextromethorphan longer than recommended because an overdose of Acetaminophen can lead to liver toxicity, seriously affecting the patient's health.
2. Acetaminophen and Dextromethorphan side effects
In rare cases, Acetaminophen and Dextromethorphan can cause side effects such as:
Abdominal pain, diarrhea; Feeling irritable, irritable. Patients should stop taking the drug and call a doctor immediately if any of the following signs are present:
Severe dizziness, hallucinations; Feelings of anxiety, restlessness or tension ; Slow, shallow breathing; difficulty breathing, swelling of the face - lips - tongue or throat; Itching, extensive rash, blistering, peeling skin; Easy bruising or bleeding; Fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms; Nausea, upper abdominal pain, weakness, loss of appetite; Dark urine or clay-colored stools; Jaundice or yellow eyes.
3. Note before taking the drug
The combination of Acetaminophen and Dextromethorphan should not be used in the following cases:
People who are allergic to any ingredient of the drug; Children under 4 years old; Have untreated or uncontrolled medical conditions, eg: glaucoma, COPD, asthma, high blood pressure, heart disease, coronary artery disease or an overactive thyroid; Have taken or are taking MAO inhibitors in the past 14 days because of the potential for dangerous drug interactions. MAO inhibitors include: Isocarboxazid, Furazolidone, Linezolid, Rasagiline, Phenelzine, Selegiline, and Tranylcypromine. In addition, patients should consult a doctor before taking the drug if they have the following problems:
Liver disease; Have a history of alcoholism, or are consuming more than 3 alcoholic beverages per day; Always consult your doctor before and while taking this combination medicine to treat young children, pregnant and lactating women. Other notes:
To avoid an increased risk of liver damage, avoid drinking alcohol during treatment with this drug combination.
4. Drug interactions
Drugs that can interact with Acetaminophen and Dextromethorphan include many types: both prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and herbal products. Acetaminophen is often found in many combination drugs, so combining many drugs together can cause an overdose reaction, even leading to death. Therefore, you need to talk to your doctor about all the medicines you are taking, about to take to avoid unwanted side effects. Acetaminophen and Dextromethorphan is a combination medicine that helps treat cough, pain, or fever caused by the common cold or flu. In particular, Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and fever reducer, while Dextromethorphan helps relieve cough. To ensure effective use, patients need to use the drug according to the prescription or consult a doctor, professional pharmacist.
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