Question 1

bromfed (brompheniramine) for croup?

Accepted Answer

No: Cough medicines are generally not helpful for croup.

Question 2

does bromfed (brompheniramine) go bad?

Accepted Answer

Medicine question: All medicines lose their effectiveness with time.  The expiration date is a rough guess of when this will happen.

Question 3

is it ok to take bromfed along with cefdinir?

Accepted Answer

: I can think of no reason to give Bromfed to a 3 year old. Though common use in the US 3-4 decades ago it is not now. The two meds don't create a bad reaction when used together.

Question 4

does bromfed (brompheniramine) dm really expire?

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Ultimately : Given enough time, all medications will expire. This means that the medication has lost its therapeutic action. Everything gets old, even medications. The decay rate differs with different drugs.

Question 5

can claritin (loratadine) be given with bromfed?

Accepted Answer

Yes but: If you are looking for a decongestant, you can try Claritin (loratadine) d.  Bromfed contains both an antihistamne and a decongestion -most people would not need to take both pills together.

Question 6

can you get high off  bromfed (brompheniramine) dm ?

Accepted Answer

Dm can be abused: Any dm product can be abused and some people take it to "get high".  The other medicines in various products can make the pt. Very ill.

Question 7

is it ok to take bromfed dm if it expired on 5/31/21?

Accepted Answer

: The expiration date on these OTC meds is the last date when its potency is considered valid. Use after that date does not make it dangerous. It is most likely not as effective. If it is used regularly by any family member I would consider tossing and replacing it. I don't find it a particularly helpful medication for adults and never use it for kids.

Question 8

can people get high off of bromfed (brompheniramine) dm ?

Accepted Answer

Possible: People can high with just about anything, especially as the expectation of doing so is high enough. Dm is dextromethorphan which can act as a stimulatory neurotransmitter.

Question 9

what is a good alternative otc medicine to bromfed cough syrup?

Accepted Answer

Check for DM: Tussin DM syrup has guiafensin a mucous thinning agent. The DM is the  abbreviation for Dextromorphan the cough suppressant medication.
It does not contain an antihistamine like brompheniramine.

Use according to label directions for age, amount and frequency of dosing .

Question 10

if i take blod pressure medicine can i take bromfed (brompheniramine)?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Usually antihistamines can elevate your blood pressure temporarily, but if you need to take Bromfed (brompheniramine) make sure you take as prescribed for not than one week, monitor your blood pressure. Inform your doctor if your blood pressure goes above 140 mm systolic to adjust your blood pressure medications if needed , or stop bromfed (brompheniramine).

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