Benadryl Family Dry Forte

Generic Name: Dextromethorphan hydrobromide
Product Name: Benadryl Family Dry Forte

Indication

Used for symptom relief in non-productive coughNot to be used in asthma, COPD or respiratory failure

Action

Acts by suppressing the cough center in the brain

Dose advice

Adult:

15-30mg 3-4 times daily

Child:

• 2-5 years: 3mg, 3-4 times daily
• 5 years: 7.5-15mg, 3-4 times daily
• Not to be used in children < 2years

Pregnancy:

Safe to use. ADEC category A

Lactation:

No data available but should be safe to use

Schedule

S2

Common side effects

• Drowsiness
• Constipation
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Drug Interactions:
  • Alcohol- increased drowsiness; avoid combined use
  • CNS depressants- increased respiratory depression; avoid concurrent use
  • MAOIs- May cause serotonin syndrome; avoid concomitant use

Uncommon side effects

• Respiratory depression (rare)

For further information talk to your doctor.