Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API)
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide
Cough Suppressant (Antitussive)
A widely used, non-opioid cough suppressant (antitussive) that acts on the cough center in the medulla to elevate the cough threshold. Although structurally related to opioids, it has minimal interaction with opioid receptors. It is a common active ingredient in over-the-counter cough and cold preparations.
Technical Profile
- Reference Code
- DEX083
- CAS Number
- 125-69-9
- Chemical Class
- N/A
- Therapeutic Class
- N/A
Verified Brands
Medicines containing Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide as an active ingredient.
| Brand Name | Manufacturer | Formulation | MRP | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grilinctus Syrup G | Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | Syrup (5 mg) | ₹136.80 | View Details |
| Alex Syrup G | Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd | Syrup (10 mg) | ₹148.00 | View Details |
| Benadryl DR Syrup H | Johnson & Johnson | Syrup (15 mg) | ₹142.00 | View Details |
| Indikof A G | Alkem Laboratories Ltd | Syrup (10 mg) | ₹85.00 | View Details |
| Rexcof DX Syrup G | Cipla Limited | Syrup (10 mg) | ₹117.00 | View Details |