Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride Tablets
Active Ingredients: Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride
Other Names: Contac Cold 12 Hour Caplets, Equaline Maximum Strength Nasal Decongestant Tablets, Equate Suphedrine Tablets, Genaphed Tablets, Leader Pseudoephedrine Tablets, Pseudoephedrine Tablets, Sudafed Tablets, Sudogest Tablets, Wal-phed Tablets
Drug Class: Decongestants
Rx Status: Available over-the-counter (OTC)
Generic Available: Yes
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What is/are Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride Tablets?
What should I tell my health care providers before I take this medicine?
How should I use this medicine?
What if I miss a dose?
What may interact with this medicine?
What side effects may I notice from this medicine?
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Where should I keep this medicine?
What is/are Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride Tablets?
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PSEUDOEPHEDRINE is a decongestant. It is used to treat congestion of the nose or sinuses.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
What should I tell my health care providers before I take this medicine?
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They need to know if you have any of the following conditions: - diabetes
- glaucoma
- heart disease
- high blood pressure
- kidney disease
- prostate trouble
- taken an MAOI like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, or Parnate in last 14 days
- thyroid disease
- trouble passing urine
- an unusual or allergic reaction to pseudoephedrine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
- pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
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Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the package or prescription label. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 6 years of age for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
Patients over 65 years old may have a stronger reaction and need a smaller dose.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
Note: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
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If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
What may interact with this medicine?
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Do not take this medicine with any of the following: - bromocriptine
- ergot alkaloids like dihydroergotamine, ergonovine, ergotamine, methylergonovine
- MAOIs like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate
- stimulant medicines for attention disorders, weight loss, or to stay awake
This medicine may also interact with the following:- alcohol
- atropine
- bretylium
- caffeine
- digoxin
- linezolid
- mecamylamine
- medicines for blood pressure
- medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances like fluoxetine, sertraline
- medicines for enlarged prostate
- medicines for sleep
- other medicines for cold, cough, or allergy
- procarbazine
- reserpine
- some heart medicines like metoprolol
- St. John's Wort
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care providers a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What side effects may I notice from this medicine?
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Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible: - allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
- bloody diarrhea with stomach pain
- breathing problems
- chest pain
- confused, agitated, nervous
- fast, irregular heartbeat
- feeling faint or lightheaded, falls
- hallucinations
- high blood pressure
- pain, tingling, numbness in the hands or feet
- trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine
- trouble sleeping
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):- headache
- loss of appetite
- nausea, stomach upset
This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
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Tell your doctor or healthcare professional if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse. See your doctor if you are not better in 7 days or if you have a fever.
Where should I keep this medicine?
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Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 25 degrees C (59 and 77 degrees F). Protect from heat and moisture. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
Last Updated:May 22, 2008 COPYRIGHT© Gold Standard, An Elsevier Company |
