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WARNING!!

WARNING, if you try DXM and do anything dumb, its your own fault. Don’t try to blame your actions on anyone else. I’m not listing these products here to help people get high. I’m listing them here because most people that come across this site are going to do it anyways, it’s just that some people don’t know enough about the ingredients to choose which ones are safer for them to use.

Here are some of the more common over the counter medicines containing DXM. If there is something other than DXM as the active ingredient and I have it listed, then I will state so. But don’t take my word for this, always read the box before ever doing any of these recreationally. Just look on the side of the box for “Active Ingredients”. There you should only see “dextromethorphan”, “dextromethorphan HBr”, “dextromethorphan hydrobromide”, “dextromethorphan polystirex”, “dextromethorphan polystyrex”, or anything along those lines. If it doesn’t say that, or has something else listed under active ingredients, then don’t do it, or if you know what your doing, do an extraction. Be sure to read the FAQ before trying any of this.

ROBITUSSIN MAXIMUM STRENGTH COUGH

Active Ingredient: DXM HBr

4oz = 354mg DXM

8oz = 708mg DXM

This is probably one of the most used products. Some have said their’s contains no menthol, and some have said theirs does. If given the choice, take the one without menthol. Menthol can irritate the throat, and makes some gag.

CVS TUSSIN MAXIMUM STRENGTH COUGH

Active Ingredient: DXM HBr

4oz = 354mg DXM

8oz = 708mg DXM

This is an example of a generic equivalent of Robitussin. The ingredients are basically same as Robitussin, just cheaper, thinner, and no menthol. While CVS is a regional drugstore, and not national, you can always look around in your local drugstore for generic brands. Just check your active ingredients

ROBITUSSIN HONEY COUGH

Active Ingredient: DXM HBr

4oz = 237mg DXM

8oz = 474mg DXM

This is similar to the maximum strength cough, except that it has a much more “normal” taste (strange honey taste), but it is a lot thicker. A lot of people don’t advise this syrup because of its thick consistency, which makes it a lot harder to take in large amounts without getting nauseas. Not too many people prefer this brand, or if they do, they usually get sick of it eventually.

VICKS 44 COUGH RELIEF

Active Ingredient: DXM HBr

4oz = 237mg DXM

8oz = 474mg DXM

Some people choose this brand. It tends to be thick, nasty tasting (like most syrups) and contains less DXM than Robitussin Max Strength.

DELSYM

Active Ingredient: DXM Polistirex

3oz = 534mg DXM Polistirex

Most people say this is the easiest to drink (taste wise), but its fairly expensive for one 3oz bottle. This syrup contains DXM Polistirex which is usually not as good as DXM HBr. This takes notably longer to kick in, takes more to be as intense, and lasts longer. For more info on DXM polistirex click here

Robitussin Cough Gels

Active Ingredient: DXM HBr

Package = 20 geltabs

1 Geltab = 15mg DXM

This is the easiest dxm-only pills to find out there. Contains half the amount Dexalone does but easier to find. I personally would rather chug a semi-liquid syrup than eat all those lil gelcaps. (barf)

Zicam Cough Max

Active Ingredient: DXM HBr

1 spray = 6 mg DXM

bottle ~ 300 mg DXM

This is a highly preferred way to some, because it’s like a shot of DXM water (not syrupy). It is becoming harder to find.

DEXALONE

Active Ingredient: DXM HBr

Package = 30 geltabs

1 Geltab = 30mg DXM

These pills contain only DXM and can be difficult to find. Check out their webpage for more info. Its not that great of a deal for 900mg for $12. Most pharmacies will order this product for you if you ask, and maybe even stock them on the shelves if you give them enough business.

Sucrets

Active Ingredient: DXM HBr

Package = 18 lozenges

1 lozenge = 10mg DXM

This is a throat lozenge that contains 10mg of dxm a piece. Some people choose this route and eat them whole, or they might try an extraction on them.

CORICIDIN COUGH AND COLD

Active Ingredients: DXM HBr, chloropheniramine maleate

Package = 16 tablets

1 Tablet = 30mg DXM / 4mg CPM

Warning! DO NOT take this recreationally! The chloropheniramine maleate(CPM) has been know to cause deaths and comas when taken in large amounts. Many people have an allergic reaction to this antihistamine, and bad things happen in large amounts. This became popular because it was a lot easier to do instead of downing some cough syrup. It is not recommended to take this, but if you want, check the extractions for info on removing the CPM.