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Oridol DM (LuChem)
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Copyright (C) 1991 Publications International, Ltd.


DEXTROMETHORPHAN AND IODINATED GLYCEROL COMBINATION
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BRAND NAMES (Manufacturers):
     Iophen DM (various manufacturers)
     Oridol DM (LuChem)
     Torganic-DM (Major)
     Tusside (Ortega)
     Tussi-Organidin DM (Wallace)
     Tussi-R-Gen DM (Goldline)
TYPE OF DRUG:
     Cough suppressant and expectorant combination
INGREDIENTS:
     dextromethorphan and iodinated glycerol
DOSAGE FORM:
     Oral liquid (10 mg dextromethorphan and 30 mg iodinated glycerol per 5-ml
       spoonful)
STORAGE:
     This medicine should be stored at room temperature in a tightly closed
       container.  Avoid exposure of this medication to high temperatures
       during storage.

USES

     Dextromethorphan and iodinated glycerol combination is used to relieve
coughs due to colds or infections or inflammation of the upper respiratory
tract.  Iodinated glycerol is an expectorant, which loosens bronchial
secretions.  Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant, which acts on the cough
center in the brain.

TREATMENT

     You can take dextromethorphan and iodinated glycerol combination either
on an empty stomach or, to avoid stomach irritation, with food or milk (as
directed by your doctor).  Each dose should be measured carefully with a
specially designed 5-ml measuring spoon.  An ordinary kitchen teaspoon is not
accurate enough.
     To help loosen the mucus in the bronchi, you should drink a glass of
water after each dose.
     If you miss a dose of this medication, take the missed dose as soon as
possible, unless it is almost time for the next dose.  In that case, do not
take the missed dose at all; just return to your regular dosing schedule.  Do
not double the next dose.

SIDE EFFECTS

     Minor.

     Drowsiness or stomach upset.  These side effects should disappear as your
body adjusts to this medication.

     Major.

     Tell your doctor about any side effects that are persistent or
particularly bothersome.  IT IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR about
extreme weakness, skin rash, or swollen lymph nodes.

INTERACTIONS

     This medicine can interact with other types of drugs:
     1. Concurrent use with other central nervous system depressants (such as
alcohol, barbiturates, benzodiazepine tranquilizers, muscle relaxants,
narcotics, pain medications, phenothiazine tranquilizers, and sleeping
medications) or with tricyclic antidepressants can lead to extreme drowsiness.
     2. The iodine component of iodinated glycerol can increase the side
effects of lithium on the thyroid gland.  It can also increase the effects of
antithyroid medications.
     Before starting dextromethorphan and iodinated glycerol combination, BE
SURE TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR about any medications you are currently taking,
especially any of those listed above.

WARNINGS

     * Tell your doctor about unusual or allergic reactions you
have had to any medications, especially to dextromethorphan or to
iodinated glycerol or iodine.
     * Before starting to take this medication, be sure to tell your doctor if
you now have or if you have ever had acne, cystic fibrosis, heart disease, or
thyroid disease.
     * If this drug makes you dizzy or drowsy, do not take part in activities
that require alertness, such as driving a car or operating potentially
dangerous equipment.
     * While you are taking this medication, drink at least eight glasses of
water a day (to help loosen bronchial secretions).
     * Be sure to tell your doctor if you are pregnant.  This medication
should not be taken during pregnancy.  Iodinated glycerol can cause goiter (an
enlarged thyroid gland) in the developing fetus.  Also, tell your doctor if
you are breast-feeding an infant.  Iodinated glycerol can pass into breast
milk and cause side effects in the nursing infant.

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The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace 
the counsel and advice of your personal physician.  Promptly consulting your 
doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical 
problem.
