Delsym 12-hour (dextromethorphan Extended Release) is used for a dry, non-productive cough.
• Delsym is a cough suppressant medication.
• Delsym can be helpful for treating a non-productive cough which is interfering with a child's ability to sleep.
• Delsym is safe to take with over-the-counter antihistamine medications.
• Please read the labels on the box before giving your child any medicine.
• Avoid combination cough or cold products in children under 6 years old because they contain multiple active ingredients.
• Never give two cough or cold medicines at the same time.
• Delsym is usually well tolerated, but side effects include drowsiness, nausea and dizziness.
• Do not give any cough medicine to a child under 2 years old without contacting your health provider first.
*Adapted from Micromedex Online.
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