Indications
Treats cough and stuffy nose caused by throat irritation or the common cold, and loosens mucus in the throat. This medicine is a combination that contains a narcotic cough suppressant.
Brand Names
Mytussin DAC
Levall 5.0
Cheratussin DAC
Biotussin DAC
Phenhist Expectorant
Phenylhistine Expectorant
Sudatuss-2
Sudatuss-SF
Dihistine Expectorant
Novadyne Expectorant
Phenylhistine
Tussin DAC
Nalex Expectorant
Decotuss-HD
Hydro-Tussin HD
When You Should Not Take The Medication
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to any cold or cough medicine, codeine, hydrocodone, or any narcotic pain medicine such as Darvocet®, Percocet®, Demerol®, Roxicodone®.
How To Store And Dispose Of This Medicine
Store the medicine at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze it.
Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Keep all medicine away from children and never share your medicine with anyone.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, and trouble breathingBlistering, peeling, red skin rash
Decrease in how much or how often you urinate
Fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat
Severe confusion or weakness, ongoing headache, or shallow breathing
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
Blurred visionFeelings of extreme happiness or sadness, or trouble sleeping
Mild skin rash or itching
Muscle weakness
Nausea, vomiting, constipation, or dry mouth
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.
