Question 1

i had a sip of tussin cf cough syrup. will i fail a drug test ( dip stick or lab ) 24 hours after?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: This medication may interfere with certain medical/laboratory tests (including urine 5-HIAA/VMA levels, brain scan for Parkinson's disease), possibly causing false test results. Make sure laboratory personnel and all your doctors know you use this drug.

Question 2

can i take q-tussin cough dm medicine when i'm taking aprodine?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can: Q tussin cough syrup contains dextromethorphan a cogh suppresant and guaifenecin a mucolytic agent.It can be taken with aprodine an antihistamine and sudafed a decongestant.

Question 3

i took a regular dose (2 tsp) of non-drowsy tussin dm this morning for a cough. am i alright to drink some beers tonight?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can: There is no drug interaction for the tussin dm and alcohol. However, moderation is the key. 
If concerned, always discuss your questions with your pcp.
Have fun.

Question 4

so i took q tussin dm for cough i experienced itching and rash afterwards could medicine have caused it? second time using and never happened before.

Accepted Answer

RASH/ITCHING QTUSSIN: SIDE EFFECTS FROM Q-TUSSIN ARE RASH AND ITCHING.
CAUSED BY THE ACTIVE INGREDIENT, DEXTROMETHORPHAN.
STOP IT!

Question 5

i take zoloft nightly (12 am)and just took tussin dm ( 2 pm) will i be okay? i take 50 mg zoloft and 10 ml of the cough syrup. worried about seratonin

Accepted Answer

Mixing these: two medications may increase risk for serotonin syndrome. I can't reassure that you wouldn't have problems because some people have Serotonin on a brief, low dose of an SSRI.

Question 6

i am an asthmatic with hbp with a bad cough. proair & safe tussin not working. tried nebulizer repeatedly...no good. persistent wheeze and cough...

Accepted Answer

Need right treatment: I don't see in your list. Inhaled steroid. Which is the  main treatment to  fix asthma.   Using albuteral several  times mean asthma is poorly controlled.  You mead  to see your. Doctor.

Question 7

is it safe to take melatonin with benzonatrate & tussin dm? i am having trouble sleeping along with a dry cough?

Accepted Answer

: Dry cough is often associated with bronchospasm. Discuss pulmonary function testing and a bronchodilator with your PCP. Avoid over use of medications, since they have side effects and are not often effective. Chronic dry cough should be also evaluated with allergy testing, keep sleep environment clean and dust free. Watch for chest pain, wheezing and shortness of breath.

Question 8

is it safe to take non drowsy long acting tussin dextromethorphan hbr cough supressant at 37 weeks of pregnancy? thank you

Accepted Answer

Safe: dextromethorphan is category C, which is still safe with pregnancy, but use with caution, wish you a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby

Question 9

i had a cold since the beginning of january and can't get rid of the cough also when i cough my navel hurt. i get pressure in my navel when i sit down  i take high blood pressure medicine called triamt/hctz also rite aid brand tussin and 800mg of ibuprofe

Accepted Answer

Chronic : Chronic cough most common reasons are asthma, post nasal drip and gerd . You should see a pulmonologist for full evaluation.

Question 10

can you overdose on tussin dm?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: Dextromethophan is a cough suppressant but using too much can lead to many side effects including breathing problems, visual changes, blood pressure changes, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, dizzyness, convulsions, hallucinations, and more serious ones like coma in heavy doses. Minimize use following the label directions. If a cough persists, see a doctor.

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A member asked:

I had a sip of tussin cf cough syrup. will i fail a drug test ( dip stick or lab ) 24 hours after?

A member asked:

Can i take q-tussin cough dm medicine when i'm taking aprodine?

A member asked:

I took a regular dose (2 tsp) of non-drowsy tussin dm this morning for a cough. am i alright to drink some beers tonight?

A member asked:

So i took q tussin dm for cough i experienced itching and rash afterwards could medicine have caused it? second time using and never happened before.

A member asked:

I take zoloft nightly (12 am)and just took tussin dm ( 2 pm) will i be okay? i take 50 mg zoloft and 10 ml of the cough syrup. worried about seratonin

A member asked:

I am an asthmatic with hbp with a bad cough. proair & safe tussin not working. tried nebulizer repeatedly...no good. persistent wheeze and cough...

A member asked:

Is it safe to take melatonin with benzonatrate & tussin dm? i am having trouble sleeping along with a dry cough?

A member asked:

Is it safe to take non drowsy long acting tussin dextromethorphan hbr cough supressant at 37 weeks of pregnancy? thank you

A member asked:

I had a cold since the beginning of january and can't get rid of the cough also when i cough my navel hurt. i get pressure in my navel when i sit down i take high blood pressure medicine called triamt/hctz also rite aid brand tussin and 800mg of ibuprofe

A member asked:

Can you overdose on tussin dm?

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