- Approval Id
- 3f12f12a0d99d2d7
- Drug Name
- DHASEDYL DM SYRUP
- Product Name
- DHASEDYL DM SYRUP
- Approval Number
- SIN08748P
- Approval Date
- 1996-06-25
- Registrant
- TEVA PHARMACEUTICAL INVESTMENTS SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.
- Licence Holder
- TEVA PHARMACEUTICAL INVESTMENTS SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.
- Drug Type
- Therapeutic
- Forensic Classification
- Pharmacy Only
- Dosage Form
- SYRUP
- Dosage
- **RECOMMENDED DOSAGE:**
**Dhasedyl DM contains promethazine hydrochloride. It should not be used in the pediatric patients less than 2 years of age because of the potential for fatal respiratory depression.**
**Dhasedyl DM syrup is to be used with caution in children 2 years and older.**
**Extreme care should be taken in giving an accurate dose of medicine because overdoses have been reported to cause serious adverse events. It is highly recommended that a measuring spoon or syringe (which can be obtained from the pharmacy) be used to administer doses.**
To be administered orally.
Children 2–6 years: 2.5ml 3 times a day.
Children 6-12 years: 2.5 to 5ml 3 times a day.
Adults: 5 to 10ml 3 or 4 times a day.
- Route Of Administration
- ORAL
- Indication Info
- **WHAT IS DHASEDYL DM SYRUP USED FOR?**
Dhasedyl DM syrup contains:
Dextromethorphan: an opioid derivative and cough suppressant for relieving non-productive cough.
Promethazine: a sedating phenothiazine derivative antihistamine, which relieves symptoms of allergic condition and rhinitis.
Ephedrine: has sympathomimetic effect which is used for symptomatic relief of nasal congestion.
This formulation is used for temporary or short term (7 days) relief of symptoms of cough and cold. If symptoms persist, consult the physician. Dosage should not be increased if cough fails to respond.
- Contraindications
- Under **PRECAUTIONS**
Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of the ingredients (promethazine, dextromethorphan, ephedrine) in this product.
Do not take this medicine during pregnancy or breast feeding, before consulting your doctor or pharmacist.
Do not take this medicine after the expiry date stated on the label.
Do not take this medicine if you have liver disease, bronchial asthma, or receiving MAO (monoamine oxidase) inhibitors for conditions such as depression or Parkinson's disease.
- Atc Code
- R06AD52
- Atc Item Name
- promethazine, combinations
- Pharma Manufacturer Name
- TEVA PHARMACEUTICAL INVESTMENTS SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.
- Company Detail Path
- /organization/teva-pharmaceutical-investments-singapore-pte-ltd
