“Robo tripping,” “Dex,” “Skittles,” “Triple-C,” “Syrup,” “Tussin”: These are all terms used to describe drinking cough syrup to get high. Many over-the-counter cough medicines contain dextromethorphan (DXM), which, when taken in high doses, can lead to confusion, dizziness, slurred speech, impaired coordination, disorientation, hallucination, rapid heart beat, loss of motor control, and dissociative sensations. When combined with other drugs like alcohol or prescription medications, the dangerous side effects are increased.
