Dextro-M COMPOSITION :

Each 5 ml contains : Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide B.P. 15 mg.

DESCRIPTION :

Dextro-M is a cough suppressant which has a central action on the cough center in the medulla. Dextro-M is rapidly absorbed from gastro-intestinal tract, it acts within half an hour o oral administration and exert an effect for up to 6 hours.

INDICATIONS :

Dextro-M is used as antitussive to suppress irritating or non productive cough.

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION :

Dextro-M is administered three or four times daily as follows : * Dextro-M is administered under medical supervision for children under the age of 2 years.

RESTRICTIONS ON USE :

Contraindications - Hypersensitivity to Dextromethorphan.

- Dextromethorphan, as other centrally acting antitussive agents, should not be given to patients in or at risk of developing respiratory failure.

- In patient who are taking or have taken monoamine oxidase inhibitors for the last two weeks Precautions Avoid concomitant use with alcohol or other centrally acting sedatives.

Use in pregnancy and lactation Administer under medical

supervision.

SIDE EFFECTS :

Side effects due to Dextromethorphan are rare, occasionally dizziness, gastrointestinal disturbances may occur. STORAGE

INSTRUCTIONS :

- Store below 30oC.

- Protect from light.

PRESENTATIONS :

Dextro-M : Bottle of 100 ml. Age Adults and children over 12 years Children 6 - 12 years Children 2 - 6 years Children from 6 months - 2 years* 10 ml 5 ml 2.5 ml 1.25 ml Dosage