Dextromethorphan/promethazine Pregnancy and Breast Feeding Warnings
Dextromethorphan/promethazine is also known as: Phenergan with Dextromethorphan, Promethazine DM, Promethazine with Dextromethorphan, Promethazine with DM
Overview
It is not known if Dextromethorphan/Promethazine Syrup can cause harm to the fetus. If become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Dextromethorphan/Promethazine Syrup while you are pregnant. It is not known if Dextromethorphan/Promethazine Syrup is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Dextromethorphan/Promethazine Syrup, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
Dextromethorphan/promethazine Pregnancy Warnings
Dextromethorphan-promethazine has been assigned to pregnancy category C by the FDA. Animal studies have failed to revealed evidence of teratogenicity. There are no controlled data in human pregnancy. Dextromethorphan-promethazine is only recommended for use during pregnancy when benefit outweighs risk.
Dextromethorphan/promethazine Lactation Warnings
There are no data on the excretion of dextromethorphan-promethazine into human milk. The manufacturer recommends that caution be used when administering dextromethorphan-promethazine to nursing women.
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