Brompheniramine and pseudoephedrine

Generic name: Brompheniramine And Pseudoephedrine
Dosage form: oral liquid (1 mg-15 mg/5 mL)
Drug class: Upper respiratory combinations

Usage of Brompheniramine and pseudoephedrine

Brompheniramine and pseudoephedrine is a combination medicine used to treat symptoms of the common cold or seasonal allergies, including sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, and itchy, watery eyes.

Brompheniramine and pseudoephedrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Brompheniramine and pseudoephedrine side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Brompheniramine and pseudoephedrine may cause serious side effects. Stop using brompheniramine and pseudoephedrine and call your doctor at once if you have:

nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness;

chest pain, fast or uneven heart rate;

little or no urinating;

dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache, buzzing in your ears, anxiety, shortness of breath);

if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if you have a fever; or

if new symptoms occur.

Less serious side effects may be more likely, and you may have none at all.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1 800 FDA 1088.

Before taking Brompheniramine and pseudoephedrine

Do not use brompheniramine and pseudoephedrine if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, and tranylcypromine.

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to brompheniramine or pseudoephedrine.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have:

a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis;

diabetes;

high blood pressure, heart disease;

an enlarged prostate or urination problems;

glaucoma; or

overactive thyroid.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Brompheniramine and pseudoephedrine should not be given to a child younger than 6 years old.

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How to use Brompheniramine and pseudoephedrine

Usual Adult Dose for Allergic Rhinitis:

Brompheniramine 1 mg/ pseudoephedrine 15 mg per 5 mL liquid: 20 mL every 4 to 6 hoursMaximum dose: 4 doses per 24 hours

Usual Adult Dose for Nasal Congestion:

Brompheniramine 1 mg/ pseudoephedrine 15 mg per 5 mL liquid: 20 mL every 4 to 6 hoursMaximum dose: 4 doses per 24 hours

Usual Pediatric Dose for Allergic Rhinitis:

Brompheniramine 1 mg/ pseudoephedrine 15 mg per 5 mL liquid:12 years and older: 20 mL every 4 to 6 hours6 to under 12 years: 10 mL every 4 to 6 hours2 to under 6 years: 5 mL every 4 to 6 hoursMaximum dose: 4 doses per 24 hours

Usual Pediatric Dose for Nasal Congestion:

Warnings

Follow all directions on the label and package. Use exactly as directed.

What other drugs will affect Brompheniramine and pseudoephedrine

Using brompheniramine and pseudoephedrine with other drugs that make you drowsy can worsen this effect. Ask your doctor before using opioid medication, a sleeping pill, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine if you are also using any other drugs, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Some medicines can cause unwanted or dangerous effects when used together. Not all possible interactions are listed in this medication guide.

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