Despec DM

Despec DM is part of the drug classes:

• Opium alkaloids and derivatives

• Expectorants

• Sympathomimetics

Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

• It is used to treat nose stuffiness.
• It is used to thin mucus so it can be taken from the body by coughing.
• It is used to relieve coughing.

• Tell all of your health care providers that you take Despec-DM. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
• Do not take more than what your doctor told you to take. Taking more than you are told may raise your chance of very bad side effects.
• Do not take this medicine for longer than you were told by your doctor.
• Different brands of Despec-DM may be for use in different ages of children. Talk with the doctor before giving this medicine to a child.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using Despec-DM while you are pregnant.
• Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby.

• If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor.
• Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs.
• Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor.
• Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins.
• Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about Despec-DM, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take this medicine or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about Despec-DM (guaifenesin, pseudoephedrine, and dextromethorphan tablets and capsules). It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to this medicine. This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using Despec-DM.

Review Date: October 4, 2017

Applies to dextromethorphan / guaifenesin / pseudoephedrine: oral capsule, oral liquid, oral syrup, oral tablet

Applies to dextromethorphan / guaifenesin / pseudoephedrine: oral capsule, oral liquid, oral suspension, oral suspension extended release, oral syrup, oral tablet, oral tablet extended release

Dermatologic

Frequency not reported: Rash[Ref]

Nervous system

Frequency not reported: Nervousness, dizziness, insomnia, headache[Ref]

Other

Frequency not reported: Fever[Ref]

Respiratory

Frequency not reported: Cough, nasal congestion[Ref]

Some side effects of Despec DM may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.