Combivent Respimat inhalation and Dextromethorphan and promethazine

• Generic Name: albuterol / ipratropium
• Dosage Forms: spray, metered
• Other Brand Names: Combivent Respimat, DuoNeb, Combivent

Combivent Respimat are bronchodilators that relax muscles in the airways and increase air flow to the lungs.

Combivent Respimat is used to prevent bronchospasm in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who are also using other medicines to control their condition.

Combivent Respimat 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.