Atropine and pralidoxime and Dextromethorphan and promethazine

• Generic Name: atropine / pralidoxime
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: ATNAA, DuoDote

Atropine blocks the action of a certain chemical that may reach high levels in the body after a poisoning. Atropine also stimulates the heart and reduces the secretions of the nose, mouth, and lungs to improve breathing.

Pralidoxime reverses muscle weakness or paralysis caused by a poison or nerve agent.

Atropine and pralidoxime is a combination medicine used as an antidote to treat poisoning by a pesticide (insect spray) or a chemical that interferes with the central nervous system, such as nerve gas.

atropine and pralidoxime is not effective as an antidote for all types of pesticide poisonings. You may need medications or additional treatments.

Atropine and pralidoxime may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: dextromethorphan / promethazine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Promethazine with Dextromethorphan, Promethazine with DM, Phenergan with Dextromethorphan, Promethazine DM

Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex.

Promethazine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in your body.

The combination of dextromethorphan and promethazine used to treat cough, itching, runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes caused by colds or allergies.

Dextromethorphan will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema.

Dextromethorphan and promethazine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.