Question 1

how long does delsym (dextromethorphan) dxm stays in your system?

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Drug test?: I presume you are concerned over the opiate being detected in the urine.  While I can't tell how long the trace of drug would be detectable in the urine, it is prudent to avoid taking any opiate when subject to urine test for at least a week just to be safe.

Question 2

what is the use of dextromethorphan?

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Dextromethorphan: Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant.

Question 3

is benylin (dextromethorphan) effective?

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Mildly: For adults, it may be a mild suppressive for cough.

Question 4

is there an ingredient in benylin (dextromethorphan) that helps your skin?

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Don't think so! : Benylin's main ingredients is dextromethorphan a cough suppresant. It's other uses have nothing to do with skin (possible treatment for neuropathic pain and pain associated with fibromyalgia).

Question 5

what are the effects of overdose on dayquil (apap/dextromethorphan/pseudoephedrin?

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Serious: Acetaminophen (apap, tylenol) overdose can kill the liver, and kill the overdoser.  It is one of the most commonly overdosed over-the-counter medications, partly due to misconception that if it is over-the-counter then it cannot be all that harmful.  It is safe within listed limits.  Pseudoephedrine overdose can speed up the heart to dangerous levels or raise blood pressure to dangerous levels.

Question 6

what is delsym (dextromethorphan) used for?

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Cough: The active ingredient is dextromethorphan which is the same medication present in most over the counter cough preparations. It simply suppresses the cough reflex.

Question 7

can children take delsym (dextromethorphan)?

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Delsym (dextromethorphan): is indicated for occasional use in children aged 2 years and older, and is properly dosed according to weight.

Question 8

who should not take delsym (dextromethorphan)?

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Delsym (dextromethorphan): Contraindications/Cautions:  hypersens. to drug/class/compon., MAO inhibitor use w/in 14 days &amp; 
caution in pts

Question 9

can i take lemsip and benylin at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Interaction: Lemsip will increase level of Benylin.

Question 10

what is the generic form of delsym (dextromethorphan)?

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Which form of Delsym (dextromethorphan): Turns out that there are many forms of Delsym (http://www.delsym.com/products/) so the answer to your question depends upon which one you're interested in. Some contain dextromethorphan (http://www.delsym.com/products/adult-12-hour/delysm-adult-12-hour/) while others contain none, rather acetaminophen, diphenhydramine &amp; phenylephrine (http://goo.gl/eJfwgx). Check out website for active ingredients

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