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Cough-X Disease Interactions

There is 1 disease interaction with Cough-X (benzocaine / dextromethorphan).

Moderate

Benzocaine (applies to Cough-X) methemoglobinemia

Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: G-6-PD Deficiency

Rarely, benzocaine has induced methemoglobinemia resulting in respiratory distress and cyanosis. Therapy with benzocaine should be administered cautiously to patients with or predisposed to methemoglobinemia. If life-threatening or severe methemoglobinemia develops, methylene blue infused at a dosage of 1 to 2 mg/kg body weight will rapidly reverse or improve the condition except in G-6-PD-deficient patients.

References (2)
  1. (2001) "Product Information. Americaine (benzocaine topical)." Novartis Consumer Health
  2. (2001) "Product Information. Americaine Otic (benzocaine otic)." Medeva Pharmaceuticals

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Cough-X drug interactions

There are 414 drug interactions with Cough-X (benzocaine / dextromethorphan).

Cough-X alcohol/food interactions

There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Cough-X (benzocaine / dextromethorphan).

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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