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Active ingredient: Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate
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Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate uses
Drug Facts
| Active Ingredients (in each tablet) | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate Maleate 2 mg | Antihistamine |
| Phenylephrine HCl 10 mg | Nasal Decongestant |
Uses
temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold, hay fever (allergic rhinitis) or other upper respiratory allergies:
- runny nose
- sneezing
- itching of the nose or throat
- itchy, watery eyes
- nasal congestion
- reduces swelling of nasal passages
Warnings
- Do not exceed recommended dosage.
Do not use this product
- if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (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
- a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis
- glaucoma
- heart disease
- high blood pressure
- thyroid disease
- diabetes mellitus
- difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the 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
- may cause drowsiness
- alcohol, sedatives and tranquilizers may increase the drowsiness effect
- avoid alcoholic beverages
- use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur
- symptoms do not improve within 7 days or are accompanied by a fever
- new symptoms occur
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, seek professional help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Directions
Do not exceed recommended dosage.
| Adults and children 12 years of age and over: | 1 tablet every 4 hours, not to exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor |
| Children 6 to under 12 years of age: | 1/2 tablet every 4 hours, not to exceed 3 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor |
| Children under 6 years of age: | Consult a doctor. |
Inactive ingredients
Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Sodium Starch Glycolate
Questions or Comments?
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NDC 0485-0080-01
Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate TABLETS
Antihistamine - Nasal Decongestant
Each tablet contains:
Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate Maleate 2 mg
Phenylephrine HCl 10 mg
This bottle is not to be dispensed to consumer.
Dispense in a tight, light-resistant container
with a child-resistant cap.
Store at 59°-86° (15°-30°C).
Tamper evident by foil seal under cap.
Do not use if foil seal is broken or missing.
Manufactured for:
EDWARDS
Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Ripley, MS 38663
100 tablets
Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate available forms, composition, doses:
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References
- Dailymed."DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE: DailyMed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States. DailyMed is the official provider of FDA label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "Dexchlorpheniramine maleate". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).
Frequently asked Questions
Can i drive or operate heavy machine after consuming Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate?Depending on the reaction of the Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate after taken, if you are feeling dizziness, drowsiness or any weakness as a reaction on your body, Then consider Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate not safe to drive or operate heavy machine after consumption. Meaning that, do not drive or operate heavy duty machines after taking the capsule if the capsule has a strange reaction on your body like dizziness, drowsiness. As prescribed by a pharmacist, it is dangerous to take alcohol while taking medicines as it exposed patients to drowsiness and health risk. Please take note of such effect most especially when taking Primosa capsule. It's advisable to consult your doctor on time for a proper recommendation and medical consultations.
Is Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate addictive or habit forming?Medicines are not designed with the mind of creating an addiction or abuse on the health of the users. Addictive Medicine is categorically called Controlled substances by the government. For instance, Schedule H or X in India and schedule II-V in the US are controlled substances.
Please consult the medicine instruction manual on how to use and ensure it is not a controlled substance.In conclusion, self medication is a killer to your health. Consult your doctor for a proper prescription, recommendation, and guidiance.
Review
sdrugs.com conducted a study on Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate, and the result of the survey is set out below. It is noteworthy that the product of the survey is based on the perception and impressions of the visitors of the website as well as the views of Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate consumers. We, as a result of this, advice that you do not base your therapeutic or medical decisions on this result, but rather consult your certified medical experts for their recommendations.Visitor reports
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Did you get side effects while taking the Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate drug, or were there no side effects?According to the survey conducted by website sdrugs.com users, the below-mentioned percentages indicate the number of people experiencing the side effects and the number of people not experiencing the side effects when taking Dexchlorpheniramine Maleate medicine. Every drug produces minimal side effects, and they are negligible most times, when compared to the desired effect [use] of the medicine. Side effects depend on the dose you are taking, any drug interactions that happen when you are on other medications, if the patient is sensitive, and other associated conditions. If you cannot tolerate the side effects, consult your doctor immediately, so he can either adjust the dose or change the medication.
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| No side effects | 1 | 100.0% | |
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The information was verified by Dr. Rachana Salvi, MD Pharmacology