Talk:Delsym
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[edit] Rewriting last section, and my reasons why.
The "Controversy" section of this article is poorly written (no offense), and is not completely accurate. For example it states "(Dextromethorphan) is a dangerous chemical compound that should always be used with caution" which is very vague, and misleading. Dextromethorphan is in fact fairly (if not very) safe even when used more than recommended, whether by accident, or intention. The Delsym website has no warnings about dextromethorphan being a "dangerous chemical compound". Some over the counter medications contain acetaminophen/paracetamol (among other possible additions) which can be very harmful to the liver, even deadly at higher doses, but Delsym contains only dextromethorphan as it's active ingredient.
Another example is the sentence "following day of an intentional over-dose can lead to depression and overall opposite effects which are exhibited during misuse; such as vomiting or inexplicable feelings of grief and possibly suicidal thoughts". There is no supporting evidence of these claims, rather this is a point of view statement. I have never heard, read, nor experienced anything such as vomiting after or having "suicidal thoughts" the next day. Continuing on, the reason stores began to ID customers of products containing dextromethorphan is because it was being abused so much, not because of post-trip discomfort. Lastly, "intentional over-dose" is a very exaggerated, and harsh term which should be replaced by "recreational use", as should the title of the section for the sake of clarity. Please do not undo my changes without a explanation why, thank you.--Astavats (talk) 03:27, 17 November 2007 (UTC)
- References (if needed) Dextromethorphan effects (Erowid), and Pharmacies/Stores voluntary sale regulations (Erowid). I thought I had already mentioned them, guess not. I'll get more sources if needed.--Astavats (talk) 04:19, 17 November 2007 (UTC)
The last section should be replaced with a link to the "Recreational Use" section of the "DXM" article. No need to praise the recreational effects of dextromethorphan on this page. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 208.102.122.87 (talk) 01:15, 10 December 2007 (UTC)
