Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Phenylephrine Hcl

FDA Drug Information • Also known as: Cold And Allergy, Giltuss D Allergy And Congestion, Sinus And Allergy Maximum Strength, Sinus And...

Brand Names
Cold And Allergy, Giltuss D Allergy And Congestion, Sinus And Allergy Maximum Strength, Sinus And Allergy Relief Pe, Sinus Pe And Allergy, Sinus Pe Plus Allergy Maximum Strength, Sinus Plus Allergy Pe Maximum Strength, Suphedrine Pe Sinus Plus Allergy
Route
ORAL
Dosage Form
TABLET
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG

What Is Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Phenylephrine Hcl Used For?

Uses temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever (allergic rhinitis) or other upper respiratory allergies: runny nose sneezing itching of the nose or throat itchy, watery eyes sinus congestion and pressure nasal congestion

Dosage and Administration

Directions adults and children 12 years and over: take 1 tablet every 4 hours. Do not take more than 6 tablets in 24 hours. children under 12 years: 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. Ask a doctor before use if you have high blood pressure heart disease thyroid disease diabetes glaucoma difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers. When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage excitability may occur, especially in children 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 nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur symptoms do not improve within 7 days or occur with a fever 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.

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.