Mixing Alcohol and DXM

Mixing Alcohol and DXM is dangerous and should be avoided — TripSit rates this combination “Dangerous.” Low risk never means safe.

Both substances potentiate the ataxia and sedation caused by the other and can lead to unexpected loss of consciousness at high doses. Place the affected individual in the recovery position to prevent vomit aspiration from excess. Additionally, CNS depression can lead to difficulty breathing. Avoid on anything higher than 1st plateau.

Alcohol and DXM (also known as cough syrup, Robo).

What to do

• Avoid this combination — the safest choice is not to mix them.
• Start with much less than usual and go slow — you can always take more, never less.
• Never use alone. If you do, call 1-800-484-3731 (Never Use Alone) so someone can send help if you stop responding.

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Related combinations

• Mixing Opioids and Alcohol
• Mixing Benzodiazepines and Alcohol
• Mixing Alcohol and Cocaine
• Mixing Alcohol and Amphetamines
• Mixing Alcohol and MDMA
• Mixing Alcohol and Cannabis
• Mixing Alcohol and Ketamine
• Mixing Alcohol and GHB / GBL

This is educational information, not medical advice. "Low risk" never means "safe", and the potency of an unregulated supply is unknown.