USES: This medication
contains an antihistamine and decongestant used to relieve allergy symptoms such as itchy,
red eyes, stuffy nose and throat irritation.
HOW TO USE THIS MEDICATION:
Take this medication by mouth on an empty stomach 1 hour before or two hours after meals
as directed, usually twice daily. Swallow the medicine whole. Do not chew or crush the
tablet, and do not take more than prescribed.
Do not take this product within 14 days after stopping an MAO Inhibitor
(see Drug Interactions)
SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea,
stomach upset, trouble sleeping, headache or cold symptoms may occur. If these persist or
worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
Unlikely but report promptly dizziness, mental/mood changes, fast
heartbeat or fever.
Very unlikely but report promptly irregular pulse or seizures. Although
drowsiness is very uncommon at usual doses under normal circumstances, be aware that this
medication may have such an effect before performing tasks requiring alertness
(e.g.,driving)
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your
doctor your medical history, including any allergies, kidney/urinary problems, enlarged
prostate, glaucoma narrow angle), severe high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes or
thyroid problems (hyperthyroid).
Limit alcohol intake, as it may aggravate drug side effects.
This medication should be used only when clearly needed during
pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
The pseudoephedrine in this product is excreted into breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Caution is advised when this product is used in the elderly since this
group may be more sensitive to side effects.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell
your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially MAO
Inhibitors (e.g., selegiline, furazolidone, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, moclobemide),
certain blood pressure drugs (e.g., methyldopa, mecamylamine, reserpine, digoxin,
prazosin) or other "adrenaline-like" drugs.
Check the labels carefully on all nonprescription products, such as
cough and cold medicines which contain antihistamines and decongestants. Consult your
pharmacist.
Do not take this medication for several days before any allergy testing
since test results can be affected.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss
a dose, medication with use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next
dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not
"double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room
temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from sunlight and moisture
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