Dextromethorphan (DXM) is the major ingredient in many over-the-counter cold medicines and is perfectly safe when used correctly. However, when taken in large amounts in its powdered form, it can ...

Dextromethorphan, often taken as a cough suppressant, is now approved to treat major depressive disorder (MDD) in combination with bupropion. A clinical trial found that dextromethorphan/bupropion ...

Dextromethorphan can cause side effects that range from mild to serious. More common side effects include nausea and drowsiness. If dextromethorphan side effects become difficult to tolerate, talk ...

According to Sharon Levy, MD, Harvard Medical School's pediatric addiction expert, nonmedical medication misuse may be much more common than previously reported. One of the older fads is in the news ...

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- There is a new and dangerous way teens are getting high. It's called DXM or Triple C, and you won't believe how easy it is for your kids to get their hands on this highly ...

Cough syrup is one of the most common remedies for a lingering cough, but taking too much can be more dangerous than you think. Dextromethorphan (DXM), the active ingredient in many over-the-counter ...

Dextromethorphan is an over-the-counter (OTC) medication that comes in two forms: oral suspension and oral capsules. The correct dose depends on what form you’re taking. Adults taking dextromethorphan ...