Erowid
 
 
Plants - Drugs Mind - Spirit Freedom - Law Arts - Culture Library  
 
dxm
Is it important to you that the world have accurate information about drugs?
Please donate to support Erowid Center's vision!
DXM
COMMON & BRAND NAMES
Robo; DM
EFFECTS CLASSIFICATION
Dissociative; Psychedelic; Cough Suppressant
CHEMICAL NAME
dextromethorphan hydrobromide
DESCRIPTION
DXM is a widely available over-the-counter cough suppressant. When taken far above its standard medical dosage, it is a strong dissociative used primarily by teens.
CAUTION
Many DXM-containing products (such as Coricidin Cough and Cold) also contain other active ingredients which can be dangerous or fatal in high doses. Please read about DXM-only products.
BASICS EFFECTS IMAGES HEALTH LAW DOSE CHEMISTRY