Duohist DH
Generic name: dihydrocodeine bitartrate, chlorpheniramine maleate and phenylephrine hydrochloride
Dosage form: liquid
Drug class:Upper respiratory combinations
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 21, 2021.
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Antitussive • Antihistamine • Decongestant
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Description
Duohist™ DH is a sugar free, alcohol free, dye free, clear, strawberry flavored liquid.
Each 5 mL (one teaspoonful) for oral administration contains:
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| Dihydrocodeine Bitartrate* | 7.25 mg |
| Chlorpheniramine Maleate | 2 mg |
| Phenylephrine Hydrochloride | 5 mg |
Inactive Ingredients: Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Saccharin sodium, Sorbitol, Propylene glycol, Strawberry flavor and Purified water.
Dihydrocodeine Bitartrate is an opioid analgesic and antitussive that occurs as an odorless, fine white powder. Its chemical name is: Morphinan-6-ol, 4,5-epoxy-3-methoxy-17 -methyl-,(5α,6α)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate (1:1) (salt). Its structure is as follows:
