Comparing Polytussin DM vs Robitussin Nighttime Cough DM
| Polytussin DM (dexchlorpheniramine / dextromethorphan / phenylephrine) | Robitussin Nighttime Cough DM (dextromethorphan / doxylamine) |
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| Polytussin DM (dexchlorpheniramine / dextromethorphan / phenylephrine) | Robitussin Nighttime Cough DM (dextromethorphan / doxylamine) |
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Over-the-counter
Prescribed for Cough and Nasal Congestion. Polytussin DM may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
Over-the-counter
Prescribed for Cough, Cough and Nasal Congestion. Robitussin Nighttime Cough DM may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
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| Brand Names | ||
| Other dexchlorpheniramine / dextromethorphan / phenylephrine brands include: WesTussin DM | Other dextromethorphan / doxylamine brands include: Nighttime Cough, Robitussin Nighttime Cough DM Maximum Strength, Safetussin PM, Vicks Nyquil Cough | |
| Half Life Drug half-life is the time required for plasma concentration to reduce to half its original value. | ||
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24 hours |
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| CSA Schedule 1 View glossary of CSA terms | ||
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Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
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Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
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| Drug Interactions | ||
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A total of 573 drugs are known to interact with Polytussin DM:
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A total of 432 drugs are known to interact with Robitussin Nighttime Cough DM:
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