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Asphyxiant Inhalations Home Care
Home care for asphyxiant inhalations includes:
  • Immediately move to an area where you can breathe fresh air.
    • Breathe deeply to clear the lungs.
  • Rinse the mouth with water and gargle.
  • If you have asthma, use full doses of your regular medications.
  • Do not smoke.
  • Avoid exposure to secondary smoke.
  • Take prescribed medications as directed.
  • Take nonprescription cough medicine.
Dosing Dextromethorphan
WeightDose (every 6-8 hours)
110 lb (50 kg)25 mg
132 lb-adult (60 kg)30 mg

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Last Updated: Feb 25, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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