Benadryl DR Cough Syrup

Composition of Benadryl DR Cough Syrup

Benadryl DR Cough Syrup contains Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 10 mg/5 ml. It belongs to the Non-opioid antitussive class of medicines.

Uses of Benadryl DR Cough Syrup

• Dry (non-productive) cough
• throat irritation-related cough
• cough due to common cold or allergy (symptomatic relief)

Key benefits

• Suppresses dry cough
• Reduces frequency and intensity of coughing
• Provides symptomatic relief in common cold-related cough
• Helps improve sleep disturbed by dry cough

How Benadryl DR Cough Syrup works

Dextromethorphan is a centrally acting antitussive. It suppresses the cough reflex by acting on the cough center in the brain, reducing the urge to cough.

How to take Benadryl DR Cough Syrup

Take by mouth using a measuring cup/spoon. Usually taken every 6–8 hours as needed; follow the label/doctor’s advice. Can be taken with or without food. Do not exceed the recommended dose; not for prolonged use without medical advice.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe drowsiness, a racing heart and, with codeine, dangerously slow breathing. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Benadryl DR Cough Syrup

Most side effects of Benadryl DR Cough are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Drowsiness
• dizziness
• nausea
• vomiting
• stomach upset
• constipation
• dry mouth

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Benadryl DR Cough Syrup

Warnings and precautions

Do not use in children below the age recommended on the label without medical advice. Avoid driving or operating machinery if drowsy. Do not use for cough with excessive mucus, chronic cough (asthma/COPD/smoking), or if fever/rash/persistent symptoms occur—seek medical advice. Risk of misuse/overdose; do not exceed dose. Use caution in liver disease. Seek urgent care for serotonin syndrome symptoms (agitation, confusion, sweating, fast heartbeat, tremor) especially if on serotonergic medicines.

Do not take Benadryl DR Cough if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Codeine-containing preparations are not for children, or for anyone with breathing difficulty.

Interactions with other medicines

MAO inhibitors (e.g., selegiline, linezolid) and within 14 days of stopping them, SSRIs/SNRIs/TCAs (risk of serotonin syndrome), other CNS depressants (alcohol, sedatives), serotonergic agents (tramadol, triptans), CYP2D6 inhibitors (e.g., fluoxetine, paroxetine, quinidine) may increase effects

How to store Benadryl DR Cough Syrup

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from light. Keep the bottle tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Benadryl DR Cough Syrup

Drink plenty of water — it thins mucus better than any syrup. Steam inhalation helps congestion and costs nothing. Measure the dose with the cup supplied.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

Johnson & Johnson Pvt Ltd

Therapeutic class:

Antitussive (Cough suppressant)

Drug class:

Non-opioid antitussive