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Can cough sirup cause stomach pain?

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Dr. Michael Zacharisen answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes: Cough syrups that contain dextromethorphan (dm) which is one of the most common cough suppresants can cause nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/10/2013

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