Delsym^® Product FAQs

Delsym^® is a line of cough symptom relief products for adults and children that contain active ingredients to relieve cough, congestion, and sore throat symptoms. Our products include 12-Hour Cough Relief as well as Cough+ products for multi-symptom relief of cough, congestion and sore throat.

Delsym^® is effective for most coughs associated with colds and flu but may not be suitable for coughs caused by certain medical conditions. Always consult a healthcare professional if you are unsure about your specific cough type.

Follow the dosing instructions on the product packaging or as directed by your healthcare provider. Do not exceed the recommended dosage.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their healthcare professional before using Delsym^® to ensure its safety during this period.

Delsym^® has products for the whole family. 12-Hour Delsym^® can be taken by anyone ages 4+. Adult Delsym^® products can be used by anyone age 12 and up. Delsym^® No Mess Vapor Roll-On Topical Cough Relief can be used by anyone ages 2+.

You can purchase Delsym^® adult cough medicine products from a variety of trusted distributors which can be found online at delsym.com through our “Find a Retailer” button integration.

If you are taking any other OTC or prescription medications, talk with your healthcare provider before using Delsym^® products.
Delsym^® 12 Hour Cough liquid is pain-reliever free.
Please read the back of the pack for warnings about taking Delsym^® 12 Hour with certain prescriptions.

Speak with your healthcare provider if you are under a doctor’s care for an existing medical condition or are taking any other medication before taking Delsym^® products.

For children 12 years of age and over: 10 mL every 12 hours not to exceed 20 mL in 24 hours
Children 6 to under 12 years of age: 5 mL every 12 hours, not to exceed 10 mL in 24 hours
Children 4 to under 6 years of age: 2.5 mL every 12 hours, not to exceed 5 mL in 24 hours
Children under 4 years of age: Do not use

Some individuals may start to feel relief soon after their first dose, while it may take others longer or even several doses before feeling relief. If you have any additional questions about your symptoms, please speak with your healthcare provider.

No. Please only measure with the dosing cup provided. Do not use the dosing cup with other products.

Dextromethorphan polistirex, equivalent to 30 mg dextromethorphan hydrobromide, a cough suppressant, is the active ingredient in Delsym 12-Hour Cough Liquid with 30 mg in 5 mL of the product.

We do not recommend using expired product. We cannot assure the effectiveness of a product past its expiration date.

It is not advisable to use product that has been stored outside of the recommended storage range temperature. Pharmaceutical products have a specific storage temperature range for maximum effectiveness. Please refer to the product label for storage temperature information.

Ingredients and MSDSs can be found on the RB North America Product Information Site located here.

Delsym^® Cough+ Sore Throat Liquid contains dextromethorphan HBr, a cough suppressant, and acetaminophen, a pain reliever, to help relieve cough and sore throat symptoms at any time of day or night. Each dose (only for adults and children ages 12 and up, not to be used by anyone under the age of 12) is 20 mL and lasts up to 4 hours.

Delsym^® Cough+ Chest Congestion DM Liquid contains dextromethorphan HBr, a cough suppressant, and guaifenesin, an expectorant, to help suppress cough symptoms and thin and loosen mucus to relieve chest congestion. Each dose (only for adults and children ages 12 and up, not to be used by anyone under the age of 12) is 20 mL and lasts up to 4 hours.

Delsym^® Nighttime Cough Liquid contains dextromethorphan HBr, a cough suppressant, acetaminophen, a pain reliever, and triprolidine HCI, an antihistamine to alleviate multiple symptoms and control cough to help you get to sleep. Each dose (only for adults and children ages 12 and up, not to be used by anyone under the age of 12) is 20 mL and lasts up to 4 hours.

No. Please only measure with the dosing cup provided. Do not use the dosing cup with other products.

If you are taking any other OTC or prescription medications, talk with your healthcare provider before using Delsym^® products.

Please read the back of the pack for warnings on all Delsym^® products before taking with certain prescriptions.

Some individuals may start to feel relief soon after their first dose, while it may take others longer or even several doses before feeling relief. If you have any additional questions about your symptoms, please speak with your healthcare provider.

We do not recommend using expired product. We cannot assure the effectiveness of a product past its expiration date.

It is not advisable to use product that has been stored outside of the recommended storage range temperature. Pharmaceutical products have a specific storage temperature range for maximum effectiveness. Please refer to the product label for storage temperature information.

Ingredients and MSDSs can be found on the RB North America Product Information Site located here.

If you are taking any other OTC or prescription medications, talk with your healthcare provider before using Delsym^® products.
Delsym^® Maximum Strength Cough Suppressant Caplets are pain-reliever free. Please read the back of the pack for warnings about taking Delsym^® Cough Suppressant Caplets with certain prescriptions.

Speak with your healthcare provider if you are under a doctor’s care for an existing medical condition or are taking any other medication before taking Delsym^® products.

For children 12 years of age and over: take 2 caplets every 6 to 8 hours as needed, not to exceed 8 caplets in 24 hours.
Children under 12 years of age: Do not use.

Some individuals may start to feel relief soon after their first dose, while it may take others longer or even several doses before feeling relief. If you have any additional questions about your symptoms, please speak with your healthcare provider.

Dextromethorphan HBr, an ingredient used as a cough suppressant, is the active ingredient in Delsym^® Maximum Strength Cough Suppressant Caplets with 15 mg in each caplet.

We do not recommend using expired product. We cannot assure the effectiveness of a product past its expiration date.

Ingredients and MSDSs can be found on the RB North America Product Information Site located here.

Delsym^® No Mess Vapor Roll-On Topical Cough Relief is safe for ages 2 and older.

Delsym^® recommends speaking with your healthcare provider if you are under a doctor’s care for an existing medical condition or are taking any other medication before taking Delsym^® products.

If you are taking any other OTC or prescription medications, please talk with your healthcare provider before using Delsym^® products.

We do not recommend using expired product. We cannot assure the effectiveness of a product past its expiration date.

It is not advisable to use product that has been stored outside of the recommended storage range temperature. Pharmaceutical products have a specific storage temperature range for maximum effectiveness. Please refer to the product label for storage temperature information.

Speak with your child’s healthcare provider if they are under a doctor’s care for an existing medical condition or are taking any other medication before taking Delsym^® products.

If your child is taking any other OTC or prescription medications, please talk with their healthcare provider before using Delsym^® products.
Please read the back of the pack for warnings about taking Children’s Delsym^® with certain prescriptions.

We do not recommend using expired product. We cannot assure the effectiveness of a product past its expiration date.

It is not advisable to use product that has been stored outside of the recommended storage range temperature. Pharmaceutical products have a specific storage temperature range for maximum effectiveness. Please refer to the product label for storage temperature information.

Ingredients and MSDSs can be found on the RB North America Product Information Site located here.