Promethazine DM is an oral solution that combines two active ingredients: promethazine hydrochloride and dextromethorphan hydrobromide. Here are the details regarding its composition:
Active Ingredients
- Promethazine hydrochloride: 6.25 mg per 5 mL
- Dextromethorphan hydrobromide: 15 mg per 5 mL
Additionally, the solution contains 7% alcohol.
Inactive Ingredients
The formulation also includes several inactive ingredients, which are as follows:
- Ascorbic acid
- Citric acid
- D&C Yellow #10
- FD&C Yellow #6
- Menthol
- Methylparaben
- Orange pineapple flavor
- Propylene glycol
- Propylparaben
- Purified water
- Saccharin sodium
- Sodium benzoate
- Sodium citrate
- Sucrose
This combination is primarily used to relieve symptoms of cough, runny nose, and sneezing associated with allergies or the common cold. Promethazine acts as an antihistamine, while dextromethorphan serves as a cough suppressant.
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