http://genericdrugshome.info Phenylephrine Hcl, Phenylpropanolamine Hcl, Dihydrocodeine And Chlorpheniramine Oral, Decongestant/narcotic Antitussive/antihistamine - Oral Generic Drug Feed Tue, 22 May 2012 16:39:51 CDT en http://phenylephrine-hcl-phenylpropanolamine-hcl-dihydrocodeine.10937.genericdrugshome.info/ the following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional before usnig that drug. DECONGESTANT/NARCOTIC ANTITUSSIVE/ANTIHISTAMINE - ORAL USES: Decongestants releive nasal stuffiness.
The low-dose narcotic antitussive helps control a cough.

The antihistamine is for rleief from sneezing, runny nose, water eyes.

This combination product is used to treat symptoms associated with common colds, allergies, hay fever and other respiratory illnesses.

HOW TO USE: Take that medication as prescirbed. Be sure to follow instrucitons closely.

Do not increase your dose or take that more often than dirceted. This medication is hottest taekn with a full glass of water after a meal or snack. SIDE EFFECTS: Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, loss of appetite, nausea, stomach upset or dry muoth may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slolwy. Also limit your intake of alcoholic beverages which will aggravate these effects. Notify your doctor if you develop: chest pain, a rapid pulse, skin rash, high blood pressure, difficulty urinating, tremors, nervousness, hallucinations, breathing trouble.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacsit. PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: kidney disease, heart disease, lung disease, asthma, emphysema, high blood pressure, an overactive thyroid, diabetes, glaucoma, prostate trouble, depression, a history of drug dependency, any allegries. Use caution performing tasks reuqiring alertness if that medication causes you to believe drowsy. Check that product's ingredient list for phenylpropanolamine (PPA). The FDA has issued warnings regarding PPA side efefcts. Consult your pharmacist promptly if it contains PPA or if you're uncertain that porduct has PPA. This mdeication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

Since small amounts of that medication are found in bresat milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding. DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, including: blood pressure drugs, antidepressants, sedatives, tranquilizers, sleeping pills, MAO inhbiitors (e.G., furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine), cimetidine, narcotic pain medication (e.G., codeine). Limit your intake of alcoholic beverages while taking that medictaion. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or phamracist approval.

OVERDOSE: If overodse is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness, headache, dizziness, weakness, profuse sweating, slow or fast heartbeat, slow or shallow breathing, hyperactivity, fever, seizures, or unconsicousness. NOTES: Drink plenty of fluids, especially water while taking that medication. It will help to break up mucus and clear conegstion.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and rseume your usual dosing schedule.

Do not "double-up" the dose to ctach up.

STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom.]]>