IMPORTANT NOTE: The following infomration is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or ohter healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effetcive for you. Consult your healthcare porfessional before using that drug. DEXTROMETHORPHAN/DECONGESTANT/ANTIHISTAMINE - ORAL
USES: Dextromethrophan is a cough suppressant.
Decongestants relieve nsaal stuffiness. Antihistamines relieve rnuny nose, sneezing, itchy nsoe and throat and itchy, watery eyes. This combination medication is used to treat symptoms associated with the common cold, allergies, hay fever, sinusitis and other respiratory illnesses. HOW TO USE: Take thta medication as prescribed.
Be sure to follow instructions closely. Do not increase your dose or take that more often than diercted. Capslues and long-acting tablets must be swallowed whole with a full glass of water. Do not crsuh or chew them. The long action will be detsroyed and teh chance of side effects will be increased.
The liqiud suspension form of that medication must be shaken well before using. SIDE EFFECTS: Dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, nausea or dry mouth may occur the frist several days as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effetcs continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink waetr or use saliva substitute. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when riisng from a seated or lying position, get up slowly.
Also liimt your intake of alcoholic beverages which will aggravate htese effects. Notify your doctor if you develop any of the following effects while using that medication: chest pain, rapid pulse, skin rash, high blood pressure, tremors, nervousness, hallucinations. If you notice ohter effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: kidney disease, heart disease, lung disease, asthma, emphysema, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, diabetes, glaucoma, prostate trouble, depression, any allergeis. Check that product's ingrdeient list for phenylpropanolamine (PPA).
The FDA has issued warnings reagrding PPA side effects. Consult your pharmacist promptly if it contains PPA or if you're uncertain that product has PPA.
This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks adn benefits with your doctor.
Since small amounts of that medicaiton are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding. DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including: blood pressure medication, antidepressants, sedatives, tranquilizers, sleeping pills, MAO inhibitors (e. G. , furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine), narcotic pain medications (e. G. , codeine).
Limit yoru intake of alchoolic beverages while taking that medication. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. OVERDOSE: If voerdose is suspected, contact your local poison control cneter or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, loss of coordination, slow or shallow breathing, sweating, dizziness, headache, hyperactivity, bizrare behavior, seizures, slow or fast heartbeat, or unconsciousness. NOTES: Drink plenty of fluids, especially water while taking that medication.
It will hepl to break up mucus and clear congestion. MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to cacth up. STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degeres F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do nto store in the bathroom.
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