Alcohol and Dextrose and Dextromethorphan Orally Disintegrating Strips
Determining the interaction of Alcohol and Dextrose and Dextromethorphan Orally Disintegrating Strips and the possibility of their joint administration.
In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.
Consumer:Using dextromethorphan together with ethanol can increase nervous system side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with dextromethorphan. Do not use more than the recommended dose of dextromethorphan, and avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medication affects you. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medication without first talking to your doctor.
Professional:GENERALLY AVOID: The central nervous system-depressant effects of dextromethorphan and ethanol may be additive. The combination of these agents may result in additive CNS depression and impairment of judgment, thinking, and psychomotor skills.
MANAGEMENT: Patients should be cautioned about the concomitant ingestion of dextromethorphan and ethanol. Consumption of large doses of either substance should be avoided.
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Generic Name: ethanol
Brand name: Ablysinol
Synonyms: Alcohol, Dehydrated Alcohol Injection
Generic Name: dextromethorphan
Brand name: Babee Cof, Benylin DM Pediatric, Buckleys Mixture, Creomulsion, Creo-Terpin, DayQuil Cough, Delsym, Delsym 12 Hour Cough Relief, Elixsure Cough, Robafen Cough Liquidgels, Robitussin CoughGels, Scot-Tussin Diabetic, Silphen DM, St. Joseph Cough Suppressant, Sucrets DM Cough, Theraflu Thin Strips Cough, Triaminic Long Acting Cough, DexAlone, Hold, Sucrets 4-Hour Cough Drops, Robitussin Maximum Strength, Vicks Formula 44
Synonyms: Dextromethorphan
In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.
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