BENTUSS

Drug Name: BENTUSS

BENTUSS DESCRIPTION:
DEXTROMETHORPHAN - ORAL LIQUID (dex-trow-meth-OR-fan)

COMMON BENTUSS BRAND NAME(S):
Benylin, Tussin Pediatric, Vicks 44

BENTUSS SIDE EFFECTS:
Dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, or stomach ache may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. Also limit your intake of alcoholic beverages which will aggravate these effects. Notify your doctor if you develop chest pain, a rapid pulse, nervousness or become confused while taking BENTUSS. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE BENTUSS:
BENTUSS: Take BENTUSS by mouth as prescribed. Do not increase your dose or take this more often than directed.

BENTUSS USES:
Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant used to relieve a dry, hacking cough.

BENTUSS PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing lung disease, asthma, emphysema or if you have any allergies. BENTUSS should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Since small amounts of BENTUSS are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

BENTUSS DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, especially MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

BENTUSS OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

BENTUSS NOTES:
If the cough worsens, last for longer than one week or is accompanied by a high fever, notify your doctor.

MISSED BENTUSS DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

BENTUSS STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom.