This medicine is a combination of two medicines: Chlorpheniramine Maleate and Phenylephrine, which relieves cold symptoms. Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. This medicine may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Take it with food if stomach upset occurs.
Interactions / Warnings
Alcohol CAUTION This medicine may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. warnings Pregnancy WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS This medicine may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor. warnings Lactation This medicine is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby. warnings Driving This medicine may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive. warnings Kidney This medicine is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data aVialable suggests that dose adjustment of This medicine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. Use of This medicine may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease. warnings Liver CAUTION This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of This medicine may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Prescription
Item requires a valid prescription
Side Effects
Nausea or Vomiting Bloody and cloudy urine Sleepiness or unusual drowsiness Dry mouth Increase in the blood pressure Nasal irritation Difficult or painful urination Visual disturbances
