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Drug Interactions between Robitussin Cough + Chest Congestion DM and Vicks Dayquil Cough

This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs:

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Interactions between your drugs

No interactions were found between Robitussin Cough + Chest Congestion DM and Vicks Dayquil Cough. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

Robitussin Cough + Chest Congestion DM

A total of 361 drugs are known to interact with Robitussin Cough + Chest Congestion DM.

Vicks Dayquil Cough

A total of 361 drugs are known to interact with Vicks Dayquil Cough.

  • Vicks dayquil cough is in the drug class antitussives.
  • Vicks dayquil cough is used to treat Cough.

Drug and food interactions

Moderate

dextromethorphan food

Applies to: Robitussin Cough + Chest Congestion DM (dextromethorphan / guaifenesin) and Vicks Dayquil Cough (dextromethorphan)

Alcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of dextromethorphan such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with dextromethorphan. Do not use more than the recommended dose of dextromethorphan, and avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medication affects you. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns.

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Therapeutic duplication warnings

Therapeutic duplication is the use of more than one medicine from the same drug category or therapeutic class to treat the same condition. This can be intentional in cases where drugs with similar actions are used together for demonstrated therapeutic benefit. It can also be unintentional in cases where a patient has been treated by more than one doctor, or had prescriptions filled at more than one pharmacy, and can have potentially adverse consequences.

Duplication

Nmda antagonists

Therapeutic duplication

The recommended maximum number of medicines in the 'NMDA antagonists' category to be taken concurrently is usually one. Your list includes two medicines belonging to the 'NMDA antagonists' category:

  • Robitussin Cough + Chest Congestion DM (dextromethorphan/guaifenesin)
  • Vicks Dayquil Cough (dextromethorphan)

Note: In certain circumstances, the benefits of taking this combination of drugs may outweigh any risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your medications or dosage.

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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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Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

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