| The hydrobromide salt form of dextromethorphan, a synthetic, methylated dextrorotary analogue of levorphanol, a substance related to codeine and a non-opioid derivate of morphine. Dextromethorphan exhibits antitussive activity and is devoid of analgesic or addictive property. This agent crosses the blood-brain-barrier and activates sigma opioid receptors on the cough center in the central nervous system, thereby suppressing the cough reflex. Dextromethorphan is from the group
Opioid Receptor Agonist
Other Names for Dextromethorphan
Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE
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