Robitussin Cold and Cough
Generic name:dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and pseudoephedrine [ dex-troe-meth-OR-fan, gwye-FEN-e-sin, soo-doe-e-FED-rin ]
Brand names: Altarussin CF, Capmist DM, Despec DM, Entre-Cough, Maxifed DMX, Robitussin Cold and Cough, Tusnel
Drug class:Upper respiratory combinations
The Robitussin Cough & Cold D brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
What is Robitussin Cold and Cough?
Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex.
Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth.
Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).
Robitussin Cold and Cough is a combination medicine used to treat cough, stuffy nose, sinus congestion and chest congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.
Robitussin Cold and Cough will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema.
Robitussin Cold and Cough may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Robitussin Cold and Cough if you are allergic to dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, or pseudoephedrine.
Do not use this medicine if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the pa...
