The Clinical Answer: Is Dextromethorphan an Opioid?
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In 2020, 3.7% of teens reported using over-the-counter (OTC) cough medicine containing dextromethorphan to get high [1.5.1]. This raises a critical question for many: **Is dextromethorphan an opioid?** The answer is more complex than a simple yes or no.