DXM is a real drug. It is not physically addicting, no. I really wouldn't be using Coricidin though. It contains extra active ingredients that HAVE LEAD TO MANY DEATHS. It is well documented on many DXM sites. DXM tolerance can build quickly depending on use. The kids that have upped their Coricidin dosage to compensate have been hospitalized or died.

If you want DXM in pill form get some Robitussin Cough Gels. They come 20 to a bottle and have nothing in them that will leave you coughing up blood in the ER.