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Chlorpheniramine / Dextromethorphan Dosage

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 21, 2023.

Applies to the following strengths: 1 mg-7.5 mg/5 mL; 2 mg-15 mg/5 mL; 1 mg-5 mg/5 mL; 1 mg-5 mg; 4 mg-30 mg; 2 mg-10 mg/5 mL; 2 mg-15 mg/15 mL

Usual Pediatric Dose for:

Additional dosage information:

Usual Pediatric Dose for Cough and Nasal Congestion

Chlorpheniramine-dextromethorphan 1 mg-5 mg oral tablet, chewable:
>=6 <12 yrs: 2 tablets orally, chewed or dissolved before swallowing, every 4 to 6 hours not to exceed 6 doses daily.

Chlorpheniramine-dextromethorphan 1 mg-5 mg/5 mL oral liquid:
>=6 <12 yrs: 10 mL orally every 4 to 6 hours not to exceed 6 doses daily.

Chlorpheniramine-dextromethorphan 1 mg-7.5 mg/5 mL oral liquid:
>=6 <12 yrs: 10 mL orally every 6 hours not to exceed 4 doses daily.

Renal Dose Adjustments

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Liver Dose Adjustments

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Dialysis

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Further information

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