Brompheniramine Maleate And Phenylephrine Hydrochloride

Generic Name: brompheniramine maleate and phenylephrine hydrochloride

Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Dimetapp Cold And Allergy

Active ingredients (in each 10 mL) Purposes Brompheniramine maleate, 2 mg Antihistamine Phenylephrine HCl, 5 mg Nasal decongestant

Overview

Active ingredients (in each 10 mL) Purposes Brompheniramine maleate, 2 mg Antihistamine Phenylephrine HCl, 5 mg Nasal decongestant

Uses

Uses temporarily relieves: nasal congestion runny nose sneezing itching of the nose or throat itchy, watery eyes due to hay fever temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose

Dosage

Directions do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period measure only with dosage cup provided keep dosage cup with product mL = milliliter age dose adults and children 12 years and over 20 mL every 4 hours children 6 to under 12 years 10 mL every 4 hours children under 6 years do not use

Side Effects

When using this product do not use more than directed drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic beverages alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery excitability may occur, especially in children Stop use and ask a doctor if nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occurs symptoms do not get better within 7 days or are accompanied by fever

Interactions

Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland glaucoma a breathing problem such as emphysema, asthma, or chronic bronchitis Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any other oral nasal decongestant or stimulant taking sedatives or tranquilizers

Warnings

Warnings Do not use to sedate a child or to make a child sleepy 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 heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland glaucoma a breathing problem such as emphysema, asthma, or chronic bronchitis Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any other oral nasal decongestant or stimulant taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product do not use more than directed drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic beverages alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery excitability may occur, especially in children Stop use and ask a doctor if nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occurs symptoms do not get better within 7 days or are accompanied by 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. Do not use to sedate a child or to make a child sleepy 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.

Pregnancy

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Storage

Other information each 10 mL contains: sodium 6 mg store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brompheniramine Maleate And Phenylephrine Hydrochloride used for?

Uses temporarily relieves: nasal congestion runny nose sneezing itching of the nose or throat itchy, watery eyes due to hay fever temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose

What are the side effects of Brompheniramine Maleate And Phenylephrine Hydrochloride?

When using this product do not use more than directed drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic beverages alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery excitability may occur, especially in children Stop use and ask a doctor if nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occurs symptoms do not get better within 7 days or are accompanied by fever

Can I take Brompheniramine Maleate And Phenylephrine Hydrochloride during pregnancy?

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

What are the important warnings for Brompheniramine Maleate And Phenylephrine Hydrochloride?

Warnings Do not use to sedate a child or to make a child sleepy 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 heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland glaucoma a breathing problem such as emphysema, asthma, or chronic bronchitis Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any other oral nasal decongestant or stimulant taking sedatives or tranquilizers When using this product do not use more than directed drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic beverages alcohol, sedatives, and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery excitability may occur, especially in children Stop use and ask a doctor if nervousness, dizziness or sleeplessness occurs symptoms do not get better within 7 days or are accompanied by 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. Do not use to sedate a child or to make a child sleepy 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.

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Medical Disclaimer

This drug information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Drug information is sourced from the FDA National Drug Code Directory and Structured Product Labeling. Always consult with a healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.