Dimetapp or Nyquil?

Question

I have a cold, and haven't been able to sleep. I asked my dad to get me some Nyquil, but he came back with Dimetapp instead.

Will Dimetapp put me to sleep as well as Nyquil does?

Answer 1

Unless its Dimetapp  PM then it shouldn't knock you out like nyquil but most cough suppresents will make people sleepy. Dimetapp contains brompheniramine (an antihistamine), dextromethorphan (an antitussive or cough suppressant), phenylephrine and phenylpropanolamine (decongestants). Dimetapp Elixir and Colour Free Elixir are intended to relieve nasal congestion, runny nose, itchy watery eyes and sneezing, whereas Dimetapp DM and Dimetapp DM Colour Free Elixir are intended for colds with dry coughs.

Answer 2

Why are you asking about patented OTC meds in Alternative Med??? There's nothing 'alternative' about those products.

Answer 3

Nyquil isnt as good as it used to be...If the dimetapp is PM it should work