Sildec PE DM Syrup
Generic name:chlorpheniramine maleate, phenylephrine hydrochloride and dextromethorphan
Dosage form: syrup
Drug class:Upper respiratory combinations
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 21, 2022.
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The Sildec-PE DM 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.
Sildec PE DM Syrup Description
CPM/PE/DM Syrup is a sugar-free, alcohol-free, grape flavored syrup for oral administration for adults and for pediatric patients 2 years and older.
Each teaspoonful (5 mL) contains:
Chlorpheniramine maleate ………………. 4.0 mg
Phenylephrine hydrochloride ……………. 12.5 mg
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide ……….. 15.0 mg
Inactive ingredients: Citric acid, D&C Red No. 33, FD&C Blue No. 1, flavor, glycerin, purified water, sodium benzoate, sodium saccharin, and sorbitol. May contain sodium citrate.
Chlorpheniramine maleate is an antihistamine with the chemical name: 2-Pyridinepropanamine, y-(4-chlorophenyl)-N, N-dimethyl-, (Z)-2-butenedioate (1:1). Its chemical structure is as follows:
Phenylephrine hydrochloride is a mydriatic and a decongestant with the chemical name: (-)-m-Hydroxy-α-[(methylamino)methyl]benzyl alcohol hydrochloride. Its chemical structure is as follows:
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide is an antitussive with the chemical name 3-Methoxy-17-methyl-9α, 13α, 14α - morphinan hydrobromide monohydrate. Its structure is as follows:
