Actifed DM

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  • Contains / Salt: Dextromethorphan (10 mg) + Triprolidine (1.25 mg)
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Actifed DM Information

Actifed DM is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. The alternative uses of Actifed DM have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Actifed DM depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Actifed DM are Constipation, Dry Mouth. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Actifed DM as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Actifed DM normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Actifed DM's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Actifed DM's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Actifed DM related warnings section.

Actifed DM is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Hyperthyroidism, Glaucoma are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Actifed DM are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Actifed DM have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Actifed DM, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Actifed DM Benefits & Uses

Actifed DM is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Actifed DM Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Common Cold
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: strength 10 mg dextromethorphan, 30 mg pseudoephedrine and 1.25 mg triprolidine
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Common Cold
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: strength 10 mg dextromethorphan, 30 mg pseudoephedrine and 1.25 mg triprolidine, below 6 years old should take 2.5 ml
Adult
  • Disease: Common Cold
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: strength 10 mg dextromethorphan, 30 mg pseudoephedrine and 1.25 mg triprolidine
Geriatric
  • Disease: Common Cold
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: strength 10 mg dextromethorphan, 30 mg pseudoephedrine and 1.25 mg triprolidine


Actifed DM Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Actifed DM is used -

Severe

  • Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
  • Arrhythimia
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Joint pain
  • Facial swelling
  • Tachycardia

Moderate

  • Hallucinations
  • Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
  • Confusion
  • Stomach Upset
  • Loss of appetite
  • Blurred vision

Mild

Common

Actifed DM Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Actifed DM safe for pregnant women?


    Actifed DM is safe to take during pregnancy.

  • Is the use of Actifed DM safe during breastfeeding?


    Side effects of Actifed DM on breastfeeding women are very mild.

  • What is the effect of Actifed DM on the Kidneys?


    Actifed DM is not harmful for kidneys.

  • What is the effect of Actifed DM on the Liver?


    Actifed DM is rarely harmful for the liver.

  • What is the effect of Actifed DM on the Heart?


    Actifed DM has very mild side effects on the heart.



Severe Interaction of Actifed DM with Other Drugs

Actifed DM should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Actifed DM Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Actifed DM unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Actifed DM

  • Is this Actifed DM habit forming or addictive?


    Actifed DM is not addictive in nature.

Actifed DM Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Actifed DM


    You can take Actifed DM with food.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Actifed DM


    Consumption of alcohol and Actifed DM together may have severe effects on your health.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 136-137

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1065-1066

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 422-423

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 220

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 164



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