The FDA has approved Nuedexta (Avanir), a fixed-dose
combination of the cough suppressant dextromethorphan
hydrobromide and the antiarrhythmic
quinidine sulfate, for oral treatment of pseudobulbar
affect. The combination is the first treatment approved
by the FDA for this indication. Studies to support the
effectiveness of Nuedexta were performed in patients
with underlying amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) or
multiple sclerosis (MS); the drug has not been shown to
be safe or effective in other types of emotional lability....
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Title: Dextromethorphan/Quinidine (Nuedexta) for Pseudobulbar Affect
Publication: The Medical Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics
Issue #: 1366
Article Code: 1366b
Date: June 13, 2011
Volume: 53
Pages: 46-47