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How to tell if i overdosed on dimetapp type of cold meds?

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Dimetapp overdose: Call poison control center - 1-800-222-1222 if necessary. Dimetapp contains an antihistamine and decongestants. Oding on it can cause marked either drowsiness or sleeplessness, irritability, dryness of the mouth, elevated blood pressure, headache, etc.

Answered 3/22/2015

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