Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hydrochloride

Generic Name: chlorpheniramine maleate, dextromethorphan hydrochloride

Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Coricidin Hbp Cough And Cold

Uses temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold temporarily relieves runny nose and sneezing due to the common cold

Overview

Uses temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold temporarily relieves runny nose and sneezing due to the common cold

Uses

Uses temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold temporarily relieves runny nose and sneezing due to the common cold

Dosage

Directions do not exceed recommended dose adults and children 12 years and over: take 1 tablet every 6 hours, not more than 4 tablets in 24 hours children under 12 years of age: do not use

Side Effects

When using this product excitability may occur, especially in children marked 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 cough persists for more than 7 days, 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 trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland cough that occurs with excessive phlegm (mucus) a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema 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. if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients in children under 12 years of age Do not use to sedate children. Ask a doctor before use if you have trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland cough that occurs with excessive phlegm (mucus) a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema 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 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 cough persists for more than 7 days, 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. Abuse of this product can lead to serious injury. 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. if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients in children under 12 years of age Do not use to sedate children.

Pregnancy

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hydrochloride used for?

Uses temporarily relieves cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with a cold temporarily relieves runny nose and sneezing due to the common cold

What are the side effects of Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hydrochloride?

When using this product excitability may occur, especially in children marked 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 cough persists for more than 7 days, 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, Dextromethorphan Hydrochloride during pregnancy?

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

What are the important warnings for Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hydrochloride?

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. if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients in children under 12 years of age Do not use to sedate children. Ask a doctor before use if you have trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland cough that occurs with excessive phlegm (mucus) a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema 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 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 cough persists for more than 7 days, 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. Abuse of this product can lead to serious injury. 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. if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients in children under 12 years of age Do not use to sedate children.

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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.