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Children's Dextromethorphan/Phenylephrine

Children's Dextromethorphan/Phenylephrine Side Effects

Robert Chad Hakim, PharmD, BCCCPKristianne Hannemann, PharmD
Reviewed by Robert Chad Hakim, PharmD, BCCCP, Kristianne Hannemann, PharmD
Last reviewed on October 19, 2022

The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.

Common Side Effects

Less Common Side Effects

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach discomfort

Children's Dextromethorphan/Phenylephrine serious side effects

Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.

  • Serotonin syndrome: fast heart rate, sweating, muscle stiffness or spasms, high fever, confusion
  • Signs of an overdose: distress, confusion, high blood pressure, breathing problems, heart rhythm problems, seizures, loss of consciousness

Source: DailyMed

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