Dexbrompheniramine-Phenylephrn
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.
Last Reviewed: Nov 13, 2024
Pros & Cons
Dexbrompheniramine, Phenylephrine, Dextromethorphan Pros and Cons
- The combination of dexbrompheniramine, dextromethorphan, and phenelzine is a convenient way to take three medications together to treat runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, cough, tearing, and itchy eyes.
- This medication starts working in 30-60 minutes and provides relief for 4-6 hours.
- It is available in both tablet and liquid form.
- You can purchase this cough or cold medicine over the counter.
- This combination medicine contains fixed doses of the three ingredients, dexbrompheniramine, dextromethorphan, and phenylephrine, so you cannot customize the dose.
- You need to take it several times a day.
- Alahist CF tablets are brand name only.
- The combination of three medicines can cause drowsiness and dizziness, especially in older adults.
- It may cause excitability in children.
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