B-Vex Suspension
Active Ingredients: Brompheniramine Tannate
Other Names: B-Vex Suspension, Brovex Suspension, J-Tan Suspension, TanaCof Suspension
Drug Class: Antihistamines
Rx Status: Available by prescription only
Generic Available: Yes
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What is/are B-Vex Suspension?
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 B-Vex Suspension?
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BROMPHENIRAMINE is an antihistamine. It is used to treat the symptoms of seasonal and year-round allergies. It is also used to treat a runny nose from a cold.
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 these conditions: - asthma
- glaucoma
- heart disease
- high blood pressure
- prostate disease
- stomach ulcer
- taking MAOIs like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate
- trouble passing urine
- thyroid disease
- an unusual or allergic reaction to brompheniramine, tartrazine, 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. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Shake well before using. Use a specially marked spoon or container to measure each dose. Ask your pharmacist if you do not have one. Household spoons are not accurate. 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 12 months old for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
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: - MAOIs like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate
This medicine may also interact with the following:- alcohol
- barbiturates, like phenobarbital
- medicines for bladder spasm like oxybutynin, tolterodine
- medicines for blood pressure
- medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances
- medicines for movement abnormalities or Parkinson's disease
- medicines for sleep
- other medicines for cold, cough or allergy
- some medicines for the stomach like chlordiazepoxide, dicyclomine
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
- breathing problems
- changes in vision
- chest pain
- fast, irregular heartbeat
- fear, anxiety, restless, tremor
- fever, sore throat
- hallucinations
- high blood pressure
- seizures
- trouble passing urine
- unusual bleeding or bruising
- unusually weak or tired
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):- clumsy
- dry mouth, nose, throat
- flushed, red skin
- headache
- loss of appetite
- stomach upset, nausea
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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Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular check ups. Tell your doctor or healthcare professional if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
Your mouth may get dry. Chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy, and drinking plenty of water may help. Contact your doctor if the problem does not go away or is severe.
This medicine may cause dry eyes and blurred vision. If you wear contact lenses you may feel some discomfort. Lubricating drops may help. See your eye doctor if the problem does not go away or is severe.
You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol may interfere with the effect of this medicine. Avoid alcoholic drinks.
Where should I keep this medicine?
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Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). 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:April 08, 2008 COPYRIGHT© Gold Standard, An Elsevier Company |
