Siltussin DM DAS Cough Formula

Siltussin DM DAS Cough Formula is a combination medicine that treats cough and chest congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.

Siltussin DM DAS Cough Formula may also be used for other reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use this medicine exactly as directed on the label or as prescribed by your doctor. Cold or cough medicine is only meant for short-term use.

Your dose may change if you switch to a different brand, strength, or form of this medicine. To avoid medication errors, use it exactly as directed on the label or as prescribed by your doctor.

Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice. Follow all directions when giving this medicine to a child. Do not use this medicine to make a child sleepy. Misusing this medicine may cause death in very young children.

Measure liquid medicine with the provided measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).

You may need to shake the liquid before measuring a dose. Follow all directions on the label.

Swallow the extended-release tablet whole. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Dissolve the effervescent tablets in at least 4 ounces of water. Stir and drink immediately. Add more water to the glass, swirl, and drink.

Sprinkle the granules directly onto your tongue and swallow right away.

Drink extra fluids to help loosen congestion and keep your throat lubricated while taking this medicine.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days, or if you have a fever, rash, or headaches.

Follow the storage instructions provided with this medicine. Your pharmacist can give you more information on how to store this medicine.

Do not use this medicine if you are currently using or have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine.

You should not take Siltussin DM DAS Cough Formula if you are allergic to it.

Do not use Siltussin DM DAS Cough Formula if you are using or have used an MAO inhibitor in the last 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could happen. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe for you to use if you have:

• a cough with mucus; or
• asthma, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis.

This medicine may contain phenylalanine and could be harmful if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Get emergency medical help if you notice any signs of an allergic reaction: hives, trouble breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Siltussin DM DAS Cough Formula can cause serious side effects. Stop using Siltussin DM DAS Cough Formula and call your doctor immediately if you experience:

• changes in mood;
• a severe headache; or
• severe dizziness or anxiety, feeling as if you might faint.

Common side effects of Siltussin DM DAS Cough Formula may include:

• dizziness, drowsiness;
• trouble sleeping (insomnia);
• diarrhea; or
• feeling nervous, restless, anxious, or irritable.

This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may also occur. Contact your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Siltussin DM DAS Cough Formula is used as needed. If you miss a dose while on a dosing schedule, skip it. Do not take two doses at once.

Seek emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

Avoid driving or activities that could be dangerous until you understand how Siltussin DM DAS Cough Formula will affect you. Your reactions may be affected.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking other cough or cold medicines that may have similar ingredients.

Drinking alcohol while using this medicine can lead to side effects.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicines that can cause drowsiness (such as opioid medication, sleep medicine, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures). Tell your doctor about all other medicines you are using. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed here.