713 reports of this reaction
4.8% of all DEXTROMETHORPHAN reports
#2 most reported adverse reaction
DRUG ABUSE is the #2 most commonly reported adverse reaction for DEXTROMETHORPHAN, manufactured by RB Health (US) LLC. There are 713 FDA adverse event reports linking DEXTROMETHORPHAN to DRUG ABUSE. This represents approximately 4.8% of all 14,865 adverse event reports for this drug.
Patients taking DEXTROMETHORPHAN who experience drug abuse should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.
DRUG ABUSE is moderately reported among DEXTROMETHORPHAN users, representing a notable but not dominant share of adverse events.
In addition to drug abuse, the following adverse reactions have been reported for DEXTROMETHORPHAN:
The following drugs have also been linked to drug abuse in FDA adverse event reports:
DRUG ABUSE has been reported as an adverse event in 713 FDA reports for DEXTROMETHORPHAN. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.
DRUG ABUSE accounts for approximately 4.8% of all adverse event reports for DEXTROMETHORPHAN, making it one of the most commonly reported side effect.
If you experience drug abuse while taking DEXTROMETHORPHAN, contact your healthcare provider. They can evaluate whether the symptom is related to your medication and discuss potential adjustments to your treatment plan. Do not stop taking prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.