Question

a pharmacy technician should identify that which of the following medications is an antitussive agent?
pseudoephedrine (sudafed)
bisacodyl (dulcolax)
dextromethorphan (delsym)
loperamide (imodium)

Explanation:

Dextromethorphan is a common antitussive agent used to suppress coughing. Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant, bisacodyl is a laxative, and loperamide is an antidiarrheal.

Answer:

C. Dextromethorphan (Delsym)