Chlorpheniramine Maleate And Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide
Generic Name: chlorpheniramine maleate and dextromethorphan hydrobromide
Brand Names:
Cvs Nighttime Childrens Cold And Cough Multi-symptom Relief
Active ingredients (in each 15 mL) Purpose Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg Antihistamine Dextromethorphan HBr 15 mg Cough suppressant
Overview
Active ingredients (in each 15 mL) Purpose Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg Antihistamine Dextromethorphan HBr 15 mg Cough suppressant
Uses
Uses temporarily relieves cold symptoms: cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation sneezing runny nose
Dosage
Directions take only as directed do not exceed 4 doses per 24 hrs. only use the dose cup provided adults & children 12 yrs & over 30 mL every 6 hrs. children 6 to under 12 yrs 15 mL every 6 hrs. children 4 to under 6 yrs do not use unless directed by a doctor children under 4 yrs do not use
Side Effects
When using this product excitability may occur, especially in children marked drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic drinks be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery alcohol, sedatives, & tranquilizers may increase drowsiness Stop use and ask a doctor if cough persists more than 1 week, tends to recur or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Interactions
Ask a doctor before use if you have glaucoma cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) a breathing problem or chronic cough that lasts or as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers.
Warnings
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. to make a child sleepy Ask a doctor before use if you have glaucoma cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) a breathing problem or chronic cough that lasts or as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland 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 drinks be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery alcohol, sedatives, & tranquilizers may increase drowsiness Stop use and ask a doctor if cough persists more than 1 week, 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 at 1-800-222-1222. 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. to make a child sleepy
Pregnancy
If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use.
Storage
Other information each 15 mL contains: potassium 5 mg, sodium 5 mg sugar free aspirin free store at room temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chlorpheniramine Maleate And Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide used for?▼
Uses temporarily relieves cold symptoms: cough due to minor throat & bronchial irritation sneezing runny nose
What are the side effects of Chlorpheniramine Maleate And Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide?▼
When using this product excitability may occur, especially in children marked drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic drinks be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery alcohol, sedatives, & tranquilizers may increase drowsiness Stop use and ask a doctor if cough persists more than 1 week, tends to recur or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Can I take Chlorpheniramine Maleate And Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide during pregnancy?▼
If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use.
What are the important warnings for Chlorpheniramine Maleate And Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide?▼
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. to make a child sleepy Ask a doctor before use if you have glaucoma cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) a breathing problem or chronic cough that lasts or as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate gland 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 drinks be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery alcohol, sedatives, & tranquilizers may increase drowsiness Stop use and ask a doctor if cough persists more than 1 week, 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 at 1-800-222-1222. 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. to make a child sleepy
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