Dextromethorphan may be used to treat dry, nonproductive cough, chronic bronchitis, or compulsive coughing behavior in dogs and cats.
Used to treat dry, nonproductive cough, chronic bronchitis or compulsive coughing behavior.
While many medications are often administered for ‘off-label’ or 'extra-label' use in veterinary medicine, it is important to know that off- or extra- label use of a medication can only be done by a veterinarian when there are no other more appropriate medications for a particular pet's circumstances. While Dextromethorphan may not require a prescription, it is important to know over-the-counter medications are generally not held to the same safety and efficacy standards as prescription medications but still have significant biological effects on the patient. Review goals and share all vitamins, supplements, medications etc. your pet is taking with your veterinarian to not only set expectations and confirm this treatment route is your best option, but also to help avoid complications. Be sure to follow all instructions provided by your vet carefully and consult your veterinarian with any questions or concerns if they arise. Dextromethorphan is an over-the-counter cough suppressant used to treat dry, nonproductive cough and chronic bronchitis in dogs and cats.
Treatment of dry, nonproductive cough and chronic bronchitis.
Dextromethorphan works by suppressing the cough center in the brain.
Store at room temperature protected from moisture and light.
This product should only be used as needed and can be toxic to your dog if the recommended dose provided by your veterinarian is not closely followed. Never administer back-to-back doses.
May see excitement, confusion, vomiting, drowsiness, or decreased rate of breathing with overdose.
Consult your veterinarian before using dextromethorphan with any other medications, even vitamins and supplements. Do not use with other sedatives, narcotics, antihistamines, or central nervous system depressants as effects of the drugs would be increased. The following may interact with dextromethorphan: * Monoamine oxidase inhibitors * Other serotonergic drugs * Celecoxib * Terbinafine
Do not use for persistent or chronic cough, or for a productive, moist cough. Some oral syrups/gels may contain xylitol, which can be toxic to dogs. A large variety of OTC combination products contain dextromethorphan mixed with acetaminophen, brompheniramine, chlorpheniramine, doxylamine, guaifenesin, phenylephrine, and/or pseudoephedrine which can be harmful to pets. Consult your veterinarian before using over-the-counter medications to make sure you have the right formulation and be sure to follow their instructions carefully to help avoid administering a toxic dose.
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