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Delsym

Ingredients Per 5 ml: Dextromethorphan 30mg (extended release cough suppressant) The Dextromethorphan (DM for short) is a cough suppressant. It acts by blocking the cough reflex center in the brain. It will offer temporary relief (a few hours) to that nagging cough caused by a “tickle” in the throat. DELSYM is different than other cough […]

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August 28, 2013 October 2, 2017 Dr. Bill Sears

Dimetapp Decongestant Pediatric Drops

Ingredients Per 0.8ml oral drops: Pseudoephedrine 7.5mg (Decongestant) WHEN TO USE Nasal congestion, mild runny nose. Using a decongestant will clear nasal passages making it easier to breath through the nose. It also has a mild drying effect so it will help relieve runny nose a bit. I like to use decongestants during the day […]

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August 28, 2013 April 16, 2018 Dr. Bill Sears

Pediacare Cough & Cold Liquid

Ingredients Per 5ml (1tsp): Chlorpheniramine maleate 1mg (antihistamine) Pseudoephedrine HCL 15mg (decongestant) Dextromethorphan HBr 5mg (cough suppressant) WHEN TO USE Frequent cough, runny nose, nasal congestion, chest congestion. I only use a cold medication like this if my child’s symptoms are interfering with sleep, eating or if they are generally miserable with congestion. The antihistamine […]

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August 28, 2013 October 2, 2017 Dr. Bill Sears

Pediacare Cough & Cold Tabs

Ingredients Per tablet: Chlorpheniramine maleate 1mg (antihistamine) Pseudoephedrine HCL 15mg (decongestant) Dextromethorphan HBr 5mg (cough suppressant) WHEN TO USE Frequent cough, runny nose, nasal congestion, chest congestion. I only use a cold medication like this if my child’s symptoms are interfering with sleep, eating or if they are generally miserable with congestion. The antihistamine and […]

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August 28, 2013 October 2, 2017 Dr. Bill Sears

Pediacare Infant Decongestant Plus Cough Drops

Ingredients Per 0.8ml (drops): Pseudoephedrine 7.5mg (decongestant) Dextromethorphan 2.5mg (cough suppressant) WHEN TO USE Frequent cough, nasal congestion, mild runny nose (Day time). An ideal use for this combination would be a child with congested nose (but not too itchy and runny) and an annoying frequent cough, but he’s well enough to go to school. […]

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August 28, 2013 October 23, 2017 Dr. Bill Sears

Pediacare Night Rest Liquid

Ingredients Per 5ml (1tsp): Chlorpheniramine maleate 1mg (antihistamine) Pseudoephedrine HCL 15mg (decongestant) Dextromethorphan HBr 7.5mg (cough suppressant) WHEN TO USE Frequent cough, runny nose, nasal congestion, chest congestion. I only use a cold medication like this if my child’s symptoms are interfering with sleep, eating or if they are generally miserable with congestion. The antihistamine […]

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August 28, 2013 April 13, 2018 Dr. Bill Sears

Robitussin Cough & Cold Infant Drops

Ingredients Per 2.5ml (drops): Pseudoephedrine 15mg (decongestant) Dextromethorphan 5mg (cough suppressant) Guaifenesin 100mg (expectorant) WHEN TO USE Frequent cough, nasal congestion, mild runny nose (Day time). An ideal use for this combination would be a child with congested nose (but not too itchy and runny) and an annoying frequent cough, but he’s well enough to […]

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August 28, 2013 October 2, 2017 Dr. Bill Sears

Robitussin DM Infant Drops

Robitussin DM Infant Drops Ingredients Per 5 ml: Dextromethorphan 10mg (Cough Suppressant) Guaifenesin 200mg (Expectorant) WHEN TO USE Frequent cough, no runny nose or nasal congestion. I use this type of combination for dry coughs especially at night if the cough prevents my child from going to sleep or staying asleep. The combination of DM […]

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August 28, 2013 November 28, 2023 Dr. Bill Sears

Robitussin Pediatric Cough & Cold

Ingredients Per 5ml: Pseudoephedrine 15mg (decongestant) Dextromethorphan 7.5mg (cough suppressant) WHEN TO USE Frequent cough, nasal congestion, mild runny nose (Day time). An ideal use for this combination would be a child with congested nose (but not too itchy and runny) and an annoying frequent cough, but he’s well enough to go to school. This […]

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August 28, 2013 April 16, 2018 Dr. Bill Sears

Robitussin Pediatric Cough Suppressant

Ingredients Per 5 ml: Dextromethorphan 7.5mg The Dextromethorphan (DM for short) is a cough suppressant. It acts by blocking the cough reflex center in the brain. It will offer temporary relief (a few hours) to that nagging cough caused by a “tickle” in the throat. WHEN TO USE Frequent cough, no runny nose or nasal […]

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August 28, 2013 October 2, 2017 Dr. Bill Sears

Robitussin Pediatric Night Relief

Ingredients Per 5ml (1tsp): Chlorpheniramine maleate 1mg (antihistamine) Pseudoephedrine HCL 15mg (decongestant) Dextromethorphan HBr 7.5mg (cough suppressant) WHEN TO USE Frequent cough, runny nose, nasal congestion, chest congestion. I only use a cold medication like this if my child’s symptoms are interfering with sleep, eating or if they are generally miserable with congestion. The antihistamine […]

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August 28, 2013 April 16, 2018 Dr. Bill Sears

Robitussin PE

Ingredients Per 5ml (1 teaspoon): Pseudoephedrine 30mg (decongestant) Guaifenesin 100mg (expectorant) WHEN TO USE Nasal congestion, chest congestion, mild runny nose. Using a Decongestant will clear nasal passages making it easier to breath through the nose. It also has a mild drying effect so it will help relieve runny nose a bit. I like to […]

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August 28, 2013 October 2, 2017 Dr. Bill Sears
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