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Many many years ago. I'm 31 and remember taking dimetapp as a child. The exact year, I have no idea. It's good stuff though. Always helped me.

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It was found that it was one of the most ineffective drugs on the market and it went from Doctor recommendation to do not use.

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Q: When was Dimetapp available over the counter?
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