Is Delsym® Cough +™ Chest Congestion DM Cherry Flavor Cough Suppressant/Expectorant Liquid 6 fl. oz. Bottle Alpha-Gal Friendly?
Description
Cherry-flavored syrup with a thick, viscous texture that coats the throat. Consumers commonly use it to suppress coughs and loosen chest congestion, often at night or for persistent coughs. Reviews frequently note pleasant sweetness, ease of dosing from the included bottle cup, perceived effectiveness, and occasional complaints about artificial taste.
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Why it's a maybe for alpha-gal friendly
- glycerin
glycerin
Dietitian noteGlyceride (also called e422) can come from both animal and plant sources. If the label does not provide a source, we recommend calling the manufacturer.
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Description
Cherry-flavored syrup with a thick, viscous texture that coats the throat. Consumers commonly use it to suppress coughs and loosen chest congestion, often at night or for persistent coughs. Reviews frequently note pleasant sweetness, ease of dosing from the included bottle cup, perceived effectiveness, and occasional complaints about artificial taste.
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Ingredients
In Each 20 ml Active Ingredients: Dextromethorphan HBr (20 mg), Cough suprressant.; Guaifenesin (400 mg), Expectorant. In Each 20 ml Inactive Ingredients: Anhydrous Citric Acid, Edetate Disodium, FD&C Red No. 40, Flavors, Glycerin, Propyl Gallate, Propylene Glycol, Purified Water, Sodium Benzoate, Sorbitol, Sucralose, Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate (May Contain this Ingredient), Xanthan Gum.
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What is a Alpha-Gal Friendly diet?
An Alpha-Gal diet eliminates mammalian meat and products containing mammalian-derived ingredients to prevent allergic reactions in people with alpha-gal syndrome. This includes beef, pork, lamb, dairy products, gelatin, and certain medications derived from mammals. The condition involves a specific sugar molecule found in most mammals, often triggered after a tick bite. People may experience delayed allergic reactions 3-6 hours after consuming trigger foods. The diet focuses on safe alternatives like poultry, fish, and plant-based proteins. When followed carefully, often with guidance from an allergist or dietitian, it can prevent serious reactions while maintaining adequate nutrition.
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Yes! We believe this product is dairy free as there are no dairy ingredients listed on the label.
Details →This product may or may not be gluten free as it lists 1 ingredient that could contain gluten depending on the source. We recommend contacting the manufacturer directly to confirm.
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Delsym® Cough +™ Chest Congestion DM Cherry Flavor Cough Suppressant/Expectorant Liquid 6 fl. oz. Bottle is available at 2 retailers
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