Safetussin CD

Name: Safetussin CD

Manufacturer

  • Kramer Laboratories, Inc.

Safetussin CD Drug Class

Safetussin CD is part of the drug classes:

  • Opium alkaloids and derivatives

  • Adrenergic and dopaminergic agents

  • Sympathomimetics

  • Sympathomimetics excl. antiglaucoma preparations

  • Sympathomimetics used as decongestants

  • Sympathomimetics, combinations excl. corticosteroids

  • Sympathomimetics, plain

What is the most important information I should know about Safetussin CD (dextromethorphan and phenylephrine)?

Do not use dextromethorphan and phenylephrine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Since this medicine is taken when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are taking the medication regularly, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

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