Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you may discontinue taking Dextromethorphan + Phenylephrine + Triprolidine on your own when you feel that a cough has subsided. However, if the symptoms do not improve even after taking Dextromethorphan + Phenylephrine + Triprolidine for about 7 days, consult a doctor immediately.

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

You should use Dextromethorphan + Phenylephrine + Triprolidine for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor or till you feel a relief in your symptoms. Dextromethorphan + Phenylephrine + Triprolidine is a prescription drug, and it is best to take it under medical supervision.

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Dextromethorphan + Phenylephrine + Triprolidine for a dry cough. It is a cough suppressant that acts on the cough center in the brain to suppress a dry cough. Dextromethorphan + Phenylephrine + Triprolidine is used for a short-term to prevent coughing associated with cold, flu, and inhaled irritant.

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS, MS , Urology, General Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Dextromethorphan + Phenylephrine + Triprolidine is available in the form of tablet, syrup, and lozenge. The tablet should be swallowed with water, the syrup should be taken with a measuring spoon or a container and lozenge should be allowed to melt inside the mouth. Dextromethorphan + Phenylephrine + Triprolidine is taken every 4 to 12 hours as per the requirement. It is important to read the label carefully and follow the instructions completely. If you are giving Dextromethorphan + Phenylephrine + Triprolidine to a child then make sure it is not given to a child younger than 4 years old. Also, make sure that you are using a brand that is exclusively for children. Be very careful while administering more than one type of drug to the child because if there is a common ingredient in more than one drug then it could lead to overdose. It is suitable to take Dextromethorphan + Phenylephrine + Triprolidine under the guidance of a doctor or a pharmacist. It is also important to talk to your doctor if the symptoms do not improve in 7 days.

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, it is safe to take Dextromethorphan + Phenylephrine + Triprolidine as long as one takes it under the recommendations of a doctor. However, in some people, it may cause certain side effects like drowsiness, stomach pain, nausea & vomiting, nervousness, and restlessness. If you suffer from any of these symptoms then please talk to your doctor without any delay.