Dextromethorphan Hbr, Phenylephrine Hcl, Triprolidine Hcl

Generic Name: dextromethorphan hbr, phenylephrine hcl, triprolidine hcl

Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Brand Names:

Triponel

Purpose Cough Suppressant Nasal Decongestant Antihistamine

Overview

Purpose Cough Suppressant Nasal Decongestant Antihistamine

Uses

Uses helps to control the reflex that causes coughing temporarily relieves nasal congestion due to common cold, hay fever, or other upper respiratory allergies (allergic, rhinitis) temporarily relieves these symptomes due to hay fever or ther upper respiratory allergies runny nose itchy, watery eyes sneexing itching of the nose or throat

Dosage

Direcations: Do not exceed more than 4 doses in any 24-hour period or as directed by a doctor. Age Dose Adults and children 12 years of age and over Take 2 teaspoonfuls (10 mL) every 6 hours Children 6 to under 12 years of age Take 1 teaspoonful (5 mL) every 6 hours Children under 6 Ask a docotor

Warnings

Warnings Do not use if you are taking a 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 you r prescirption drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before using this product. Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes difficulty in urination due to enlargement of prostate gland a cough with too much phlegm (mucus) a persistent or chronic cough as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema Ask a doctor before use if you are taking sedatives, tranquilizers or drugs for depression or MAOI drugs. When using this product do not exceed recommended dose excitability may occur, especially in children drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic beverages alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if nervousness dizziness, or sleeplessness occurs cough lasts for more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with a beer, rash, or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition.

Pregnancy

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dextromethorphan Hbr, Phenylephrine Hcl, Triprolidine Hcl used for?

Uses helps to control the reflex that causes coughing temporarily relieves nasal congestion due to common cold, hay fever, or other upper respiratory allergies (allergic, rhinitis) temporarily relieves these symptomes due to hay fever or ther upper respiratory allergies runny nose itchy, watery eyes sneexing itching of the nose or throat

Can I take Dextromethorphan Hbr, Phenylephrine Hcl, Triprolidine Hcl during pregnancy?

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

What are the important warnings for Dextromethorphan Hbr, Phenylephrine Hcl, Triprolidine Hcl?

Warnings Do not use if you are taking a 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 you r prescirption drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before using this product. Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes difficulty in urination due to enlargement of prostate gland a cough with too much phlegm (mucus) a persistent or chronic cough as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema Ask a doctor before use if you are taking sedatives, tranquilizers or drugs for depression or MAOI drugs. When using this product do not exceed recommended dose excitability may occur, especially in children drowsiness may occur avoid alcoholic beverages alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness be careful when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if nervousness dizziness, or sleeplessness occurs cough lasts for more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with a beer, rash, or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition.

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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.