The reason why kids under 6 can't have dextromethorphan is because of a risk of serious side effects, which include possible coma and respiratory depression.
When kids are given high doses of dextromethorphan and especially when young kids are given dextromethorphan, it can sometimes cause serious side effects including vomiting and nausea as well as an increase in heart rate.
In some cases the dextromethorphan in children can lead to more dangerous conditions like stupor, respiratory depression and possible coma.
The side effects of dextromethorphan in children are possible drowsiness, dizziness and nausea as well as some other possible serious side effects of dextromethorphan in children which include serotonin syndrome.
Misuse of dextromethorphan is also possible and can lead to overdose.
Generally when used as directed, the dextromethorphan is often safe for most children and is often well tolerated in children when used in the proper dosages.
The most common side effects of dextromethorphan are dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, constipation, confusion and nervousness.
The reason why dextromethorphan is not recommended for children is because of the possible toxic effects as well as the potential for abuse.
The toxic effects that could occur with dextromethorphan are nausea, dizziness, vomiting, ataxia, lethargy, slurred speech, nystagmus, urinary retention, stupor, hysteria and possible coma.
The drug dextromethorphan can in some cases also cause easy bruising, including nosebleeds and or bleeding gums.
If you or your child or someone taking dextromethorphan experiences easy bruising, nosebleeds, bleeding gums or fast or pounding heartbeats, fluttering of the chest, shortness of breath or sudden dizziness or feeling like passing out you should stop taking or giving the dextromethorphan and consult with a doctor.
The drug dextromethorphan is also known as Delsym and the recommended dosage of dextromethorphan or Delsym that is safe for kids is 15 mg to 60 mg every 12 hours as needed.
And for adults the recommended dosage of dextromethorphan or Delsym is 60 mg every 12 hours as needed.
The drug dextromethorphan or Delsym should not be given to kids under 4 years old.