DCP Drops Dosage
Generic name: DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 2.75mg in 1mL, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE .75mg in 1mL, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE 1.75mg in 1mL
Dosage form: liquid drops
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 4, 2021.
FOR ORAL USE ONLY
Children 6 to under 12 years of age:
2 dropperfuls (2.0 mL)
Children 2 to under 6 years of age:
1 dropperful (1.0 mL)
Children under 2:
As directed by a physician
May be repeated every 4-6 hours if required for relief. Not to exceed 4 doses in 24 hours. In mild cases or in particularly sensitive patients, less frequent or reduced doses may be adequate.
Children 6 to under 12 years of age:
2 dropperfuls (2.0 mL)
Children 2 to under 6 years of age:
1 dropperful (1.0 mL)
Children under 2:
As directed by a physician
May be repeated every 4-6 hours if required for relief. Not to exceed 4 doses in 24 hours. In mild cases or in particularly sensitive patients, less frequent or reduced doses may be adequate.
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
More about DCP Drops (chlorpheniramine / dextromethorphan / phenylephrine)
- Side Effects
- During Pregnancy
- Drug Interactions
- Drug class: upper respiratory combinations
- FDA Alerts (1)
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