Cold Medication

Also referred to as:
Triple C, DEX, DXM, Robo, Skittles, Syrup, Triple C, Tussin and Red Devils.

DXM, the addictive drug found in over the counter antihistamines, is chemically similar to morphine. The recommended dosage for DXM is 1/6-1/3 of an ounce per dose. Abusers of the drug ingest up to 4 ounces at a time. At this dose, DXM can have the same effect on a person as PCP.

Side effects from the abuse of cold medications are:

• Loss of Muscle Control;
• High Blood Pressure;
• Nausea;
• Fever;
• Brain Damage;
• Cerebral Hemorrhage;
• Seizure;
• Stroke; and
• Death.