Question 1

hi i accidentally gave my daughter who turns 4 in january 2 tsps of bromfed-dm cough syrup mor instead of 1/2 tsp. will she be ok?

Accepted Answer

Call ER NOW: Call ER and ask their advice. Much depends on the child's weight. Read the label for info on this. Call the ER right now and ask them . 4 times the recommended dose is a lot for a 3 year old. Speed matters in this case. Good Luck.

Question 2

hi i accidently gave my 3 and a half year old a full teaspoon of bromfed (brompheniramine) dm syrup will she be ok?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Encourage her to drink lots of water and/or other fluids (no caffeine).  This will help prevent problems from drying out due to the antihistamine in the Bromfed (brompheniramine).  The antihistamine may cause her to be excessively sleepy, and this may be prolonged.  Make sure you wake her frequently and get her to drink and she should be okay.

Question 3

my 10 year old, 100lb, son took 2 teaspoons of bromfed (brompheniramine) dm syrup instead of 1 teaspoon. how concerned should i be. ?

Accepted Answer

Not so much: Just delay his next dose a couple hours, and have him be more careful with dosages. At 100 pounds, he should be fine. Good luck.

Question 4

do people really use bromfed (brompheniramine) dm syrup as a "lean" drink?

Accepted Answer

Do Not!!!: The medication is not labeled to be used for such and should not be. Pass this on to those involved in this practice please.

Question 5

i accidently misread the dosage of bromfed (brompheniramine) dm syrup and gave my 7 yr daughter a teaspoonful instead of 1/2 a teaspoon. will this harm her in any way?

Accepted Answer

No: According to my source, the correct dose for children ages 6-11 is 1 tsp every 4 hours, not to exceed 6 teaspoons in 24 hours - you're fine! (the 1/2 tsp dose is for 2 - 5 year olds).

Question 6

bromfed (brompheniramine) dm cough syrup ok?

Accepted Answer

For who?: This is a potent antihistamine with a cough medicine. It is okay maybe for older children and adults but certainly not infants and toddlers.

Question 7

could bromfed (brompheniramine) dm cough syrup kill you?

Accepted Answer

Why do you ask?: Are you considering an over-dose? If you are having
thoughts about killing yourself,  get seen at the nearest emergency room now. Have a friend or relative drive you or call 911 for emergency services for transport. You can call the National suicide hotlines 24/7 at 1-800-suicide (1-800-784-2433) or 1-800-273 – talk (1-800-273-8255) for support.

Question 8

can bromfed (brompheniramine) dm cough syrup kill you? help please?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Overdose could be lethal (http://www.bromfeddm.com/About%20Us/) If you are having
thoughts about killing yourself,  get seen at the nearest emergency room now. Have a friend or relative drive you or call 911 for emergency services for transport. You can call the National suicide hotlines 24/7 at 1-800-suicide (1-800-784-2433) or 1-800-273 – talk (1-800-273-8255) for support.

Question 9

my daughter's pediatrician prescribed her bromfed (brompheniramine) dm cough syrup as needed for cough and she is only 2 yrs old. is this cough syrup bad for her?

Accepted Answer

Reconsider: Bromfed dm contains several ingredients including brompheniramine (an older antihistamine), sudafed (a decongestant) and dm (dextramethorphan-- a cough suppressant).  This liquid also contains alcohol.   While it is approved to age 6 months old, the question to ask is "why is she coughing" and to treat the underlying condition.  I try to avoid the approach of  multiple medications  less is more!

Question 10

is it ok to take bromfed (brompheniramine) dm cough syrup with infant acetaminophen? is there a waiting period before giving between the two?

Accepted Answer

Not specifically: It is good to wait long enough to see that the kid has kept it down. A few minutes is al that would take. The meds don't interfere with each other but sick kids often have a sensitive stomach & too many meds at one time will often make them spit up.

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Hi i accidentally gave my daughter who turns 4 in january 2 tsps of bromfed-dm cough syrup mor instead of 1/2 tsp. will she be ok?

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Hi i accidently gave my 3 and a half year old a full teaspoon of bromfed (brompheniramine) dm syrup will she be ok?

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My 10 year old, 100lb, son took 2 teaspoons of bromfed (brompheniramine) dm syrup instead of 1 teaspoon. how concerned should i be. ?

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Do people really use bromfed (brompheniramine) dm syrup as a "lean" drink?

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I accidently misread the dosage of bromfed (brompheniramine) dm syrup and gave my 7 yr daughter a teaspoonful instead of 1/2 a teaspoon. will this harm her in any way?

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Bromfed (brompheniramine) dm cough syrup ok?

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Could bromfed (brompheniramine) dm cough syrup kill you?

A member asked:

Can bromfed (brompheniramine) dm cough syrup kill you? help please?

A member asked:

My daughter's pediatrician prescribed her bromfed (brompheniramine) dm cough syrup as needed for cough and she is only 2 yrs old. is this cough syrup bad for her?

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Is it ok to take bromfed (brompheniramine) dm cough syrup with infant acetaminophen? is there a waiting period before giving between the two?

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