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Have been taking delsym containing dextromethorphan. what are side effects?

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Dextromethorphan: Cough medicine should be used for only few days and only small amount------ only allergic reaction like hives or difficulty breathing or overuse with irritability, nervousness, stomach upset, hallucinations, are really serious.

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Answered 5/21/2016

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