A “blueprint” that reveals how the new coronavirus infects human cells and which drugs could impact that process has also led researchers to caution about a common ingredient in cough medicine.

Dextromethorphan is an over-the-counter (OTC) drug that helps relieve a dry cough from a short-term cause, such as the common cold. Dextromethorphan works in the brain by reducing the urge to cough ...

Dextromethorphan is a generic over-the-counter (OTC) drug used to relieve cough. The drug comes as an oral suspension and an oral liquid capsule. How often you take it depends on the form you take.

A common over-the-counter ingredient in many cough syrups may have a greater purpose for people suffering from lung fibrosis that is related to any number of serious health conditions. A new study has ...

Another medication has made its way on the possible “do not take” list for coronavirus symptoms: dextromethorphan, an over-the-counter cough suppressant that is commonly used in cold medicines, ...

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 ...

Had a chance to navigate the cough and cold aisle of your pharmacy? Good luck getting what you're looking for. And even if you do, it may very well not work.

Dextromethorphan is a generic, over-the-counter (OTC) drug used to help relieve cough. The medication is also available as the brand-name drug Delsym. Dextromethorphan belongs to the antitussive drug ...