Dmr 20mg Tablet is an antitussive medicine. It is used for the treatment of dry cough. It helps by reducing the activity of the cough center in the brain.

Dmr 20mg Tablet is used in the treatment of cough

Uses of Dmr Tablet

Dry cough

Benefits of Dmr Tablet

In Dry cough

A dry cough, also known as non-productive cough, is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. This is irritating, usually associated with a tickly throat and may be caused due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. Dmr 20mg Tablet suppresses dry, hacking coughs. It will help you carry out your daily activities more easily.

This medicine is safe and effective. Dmr 20mg Tablet usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.

Side effects of Dmr Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Dmr

Sleepiness
Dizziness
Confusion
Nausea

How to use Dmr Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dmr 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Dmr 20mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dmr 20mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Dmr 20mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Dmr 20mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Dmr 20mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Dmr 20mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

UNSAFE

Dmr 20mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Dmr 20mg Tablet for the symptomatic relief of dry cough.
It is usually taken for a short time, until the symptoms clear up.
Allow the lozenge or disintegrating strip to dissolve in your mouth. Do not chew or swallow.
Measure the syrup with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon.
Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
It should not be administered to patients with chronic cough or where cough is accompanied by excessive secretions.
Inform your doctor if your cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash or headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Methyl Analog of Dextrorphan

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Cough suppressants

Patient concerns

I have cough problem from 25 days. I used penther syrup, tuspel cough syrup and tuff DMR , DMR 20 tablet, Roxud 150 mg but no much recovery so prescribe me for that.

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

refer to chest specialist and do test for tuberculosis

What is a dry and productive cough syrup for baby

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

In dry cough cough suppressants are used. In productive cough mucolytics are used.

Ear gets blocked on flight during landing. This situation happens when I am having cold. Currently I am having little bit cold and for which I am taking the following medicines: 1. Montek-LC (1 tablet once in a day) 2. Otrivin Nasal spray 3. Tossex-DMR cough syrup Please suggest what next to be done to avoid ear blockage on flight as it persists for 4-5 days. Thanks and Regards, PATIENT

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

Take steam no flying during coldKeep swallowing during take off and landing

Ear gets blocked on flight during landing. This situation happens when I am having cold. Currently I am having little bit cold and for which I am taking the following medicines: 1. Montek-LC (1 tablet once in a day) 2. Otrivin Nasal spray 3. Tossex-DMR cough syrup. Please suggest what next to be done to avoid ear blockage on flight as it persists till 4-5 days. Thanks and Regards, PATIENT

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

keep a chewing gum with u or toffee and keep chewing during take of and landing or when flight is ascending or descending

User feedback

Patients taking Dmr 20mg Tablet

Twice A Day

49%

Thrice A Day

28%

Once A Day

23%

What are you using Dmr Tablet for?

Dry cough

100%

How much was the improvement?

Poor

50%

Excellent

50%

What were the side-effects while using Dmr 20mg Tablet?

Sleepiness

100%

FAQs

Is dextromethorphan a steroid/an opiate/an antihistamine/ a narcotic/an NSAID/a controlled substance/contain alcohol/have codeine?

Dextromethorphan is a decongestant and not a steroid, antihistamine, opiate, NSAID or narcotic, but can have addictive effects if taken at large doses than recommended. It does not contain codeine or alcohol. It is not a controlled substance

Does dextromethorphan work/ how much dextromethorphan can I take for cough?

Dextromethorphan works for most of the patient. It should be taken in amounts exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Cough medicine is usually taken only for a short time until your symptoms clear up. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended

Is dextromethorphan safe/ does dextromethorphan makes you sleepy/make you tired/ raise blood sugar?

Dextromethorphan causes mild sedation effect thus can make you feel sleepy. It does not raise blood sugar or make you tired. Dextromethorphan is generally safe if taken at recommended doses and duration

Can i take dextromethorphan with high blood pressure/ safe for high blood pressure/ raise blood pressure/ thin blood?

Though it isn't reported, but it should be used carefully in people with high blood pressure, as dextromethorphan may cause high blood pressure and the effectiveness of dextromethorphan is decreased by high blood pressure medications

Can I take dextromethorphan with benzonatate/acetaminophen/codeine/ibuprofen/ diphenhydramine/pseudoephedrine/guaifenesin/Tamiflu/Benadryl?

Drug interaction with any of the above mentioned drugs is not documented, but it can occur. Always follow your doctor's advice before taking any medicine with dextromethorphan.

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References

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Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: March, 2025

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