Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hydrochloride

FDA Drug Information • Also known as: Coricidin Hbp Cough And Cold

Brand Names
Coricidin Hbp Cough And Cold
Route
ORAL
Dosage Form
TABLET
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG

What Is Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hydrochloride Used For?

Uses temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold temporarily relieves runny nose and sneezing due to the common cold

Dosage and Administration

Directions do not exceed recommended dose adults and children 12 years and over: take 1 tablet every 6 hours, not more than 4 tablets in 24 hours children under 12 years of age: do not use

Warnings and Precautions

Warnings Do not use if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients in children under 12 years of age Do not use to sedate children. Ask a doctor before use if you have trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland cough that occurs with excessive phlegm (mucus) a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product excitability may occur, especially in children marked drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic beverages alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if cough persists for more than 7 days, tends to recur, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children . In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Abuse of this product can lead to serious injury.

How Supplied

HOW SUPPLIED Product: 50090-5534 NDC: 50090-5534-0 8 TABLET in a BLISTER PACK / 2 in a CARTON

About This Information

This drug information is sourced from FDA-approved labeling via the openFDA database. It is intended for educational and reference purposes only. This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making decisions about medication. Drug information may be updated by the FDA; check with your pharmacist for the most current information.

What are side effects?

Side effects are unwanted reactions that can occur when taking a medication. They range from mild (headache, nausea) to severe (allergic reactions, organ damage). Not everyone experiences side effects, and severity varies. Report any concerning side effects to your doctor.

What are drug interactions?

Drug interactions occur when a medication is affected by another drug, food, or supplement. Interactions can make medications less effective or cause dangerous side effects. Always tell your doctor about all medications and supplements you take.