Vanacof

Generic name: Chlophedianol, Dexchlorpheniramine, And Pseudoephedrine
Drug class: Upper respiratory combinations

Usage of Vanacof

Chlophedianol is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex.

Dexchlorpheniramine is an antiHistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.

PseudoEphedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal pasSages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).

Vanacof is a combination medicine used to treat runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, watery eyes, cough, and sinus congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.

Vanacof will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, bronchitis, or emphysema.

Vanacof may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Vanacof 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.

This medicine may cause serious side effects. Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:

severe drowsiness;

a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;

severe dizziness or anxiety; or

severe restless feeling or being unable to sleep.

Common side effects of Vanacof may include:

mild dizziness or drowsiness;

dry mouth, nose, or throat;

diarrhea, constipation, upset stomach;

feeling restless or excited (especially in children);

blurred vision; or

sleep problems (insomnia).

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 Vanacof

Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, Rasagiline, Selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others.

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to chlophedianol, dexchlorpheniramine, or pseudoephedrine.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have other medical conditions, especially:

any type of breathing disorder;

cough with mucus;

glaucoma;

diabetes;

liver or kidney disease;

heart disease, high blood pressure;

a thyroid disorder; or

if you take potassium (Cytra, Epiklor, K-Lyte, K-Phos, Kaon, Klor-Con, Polycitra, Urocit-K).

It is not known whether chlophedianol, dexchlorpheniramine, and pseudoephedinre will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are pregnant.

Vanacof may pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Antihistamines and decongestants may also slow breast milk production. Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.

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How to use Vanacof

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Cough or cold medicine is usually taken only for a short time until your symptoms clear up.

Do not give this medication to a child younger than 4 years old. Always ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children.

Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if you have a fever with a headache, cough, or skin rash.

If you need surgery or medical tests, tell the surgeon or doctor ahead of time if you have taken a cough or cold medicine within the past few days.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze.

Warnings

Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others.

What other drugs will affect Vanacof

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.

Taking this medicine with other drugs that make you sleepy or slow your breathing can worsen these effects. Ask your doctor before taking Vanacof with a sleeping pill, narcotic pain medicine, muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety, depression, or seizures.

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