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pseudoephedrine Drug information
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Generic Name: pseudoephedrine (soo doe eh FEH drin)
Brand Names:
Afrinol, Cenafed, Chlor Trimeton Nasal Decongestant, Decofed, Dimetapp
Decongestant, Drixoral Non-Drowsy, Efidac, Genaphed, Pediacare Drops,
Ridafed, Sudafed, Sudrine, Suphedrin, Triaminic A.M.
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What is the most important information I should know about
pseudoephedrine?
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Do not take pseudoephedrine for longer than 7 days if your
condition does not improve or if symptoms are accompanied by a
high fever. |
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Do not take more of this medication than is recommended on the
package or by your doctor. |
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Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing
other hazardous activities. Pseudoephedrine may cause dizziness
or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid
these activities. |
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Do not crush, chew, or break the extended-release,
timed-release, or 12-hour formulations of pseudoephedrine.
Swallow them whole. They are specially formulated to release
slowly in the body. |
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Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant. It works by constricting (shrinking)
blood vessels (veins and arteries) in the nose, lungs, and other
mucus membranes. By decreasing blood flow to the nose, lungs,
and other areas, pseudoephedrine decreases congestion, and
airways are opened up. |
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Pseudoephedrine is used to treat congestion associated with
allergies, hay fever, sinus irritation, and the common cold. |
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Pseudoephedrine may also be used for purposes other than those
listed in this medication guide. |
Who should not take pseudoephedrine?
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Do not take pseudoephedrine if you have taken a monoamine
oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan),
phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14
days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur, leading to
serious side effects. |
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Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have |
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heart disease, hardening of the arteries, or irregular
heartbeats; |
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glaucoma or increased pressure in the eye(s); |
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an enlarged prostate or difficulty urinating; |
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You may not be able to take pseudoephedrine, or you may
require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during
treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above. |
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Do not take pseudoephedrine without first talking to your
doctor if you are pregnant. |
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Pseudoephedrine passes into breast milk however, it is
generally considered safe for use during breast-feeding. Talk to
your doctor before taking pseudoephedrine if you are
breast-feeding a baby. |
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If you are over 60 years of age, you may be more likely to
experience side effects from pseudoephedrine. You may require a
lower dose of the medication. Using a short-acting formulation
of pseudoephedrine (not a long-acting or controlled-release
formulation) may be safer if you are over 60 years of age. |
How should I take pseudoephedrine?
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Take pseudoephedrine exactly as directed by your doctor, or
follow the instructions that accompany the package. If you do
not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or
doctor to explain them to you. |
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Take each dose with a full glass of water. |
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Do not crush, chew, or break any extended-release,
timed-release, or 12-hour forms of pseudoephedrine. Swallow them
whole. They are specially formulated to release slowly into the
body. |
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To ensure that you get a correct dose, measure liquid forms of
pseudoephedrine with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not
with a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring
device, ask your pharmacist where you can get one. |
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Do not take more of this medication than is recommended on the
package or by your doctor. |
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Do not take pseudoephedrine for longer than 7 days if your
condition does not improve or if symptoms are accompanied by a
high fever. |
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Store pseudoephedrine at room temperature away from moisture
and heat. |
What happens if I miss a dose?
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Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it
is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take
only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a
double dose of this medication. |
What happens if I overdose?
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Seek emergency medical attention. |
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Symptoms of a pseudoephedrine overdose include extreme
tiredness, sweating, dizziness, a slow heartbeat, and coma. |
What should I avoid while taking pseudoephedrine?
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Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing
other hazardous activities. Pseudoephedrine may cause dizziness
or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid
these activities. |
What are the possible side effects of pseudoephedrine?
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If you experience any of the following serious side effects
from this medication, stop taking pseudoephedrine and seek
emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately: |
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an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the
throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives); |
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unusual behavior or hallucinations; or |
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irregular or fast heartbeats. |
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Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur.
Continue to take pseudoephedrine and talk to your doctor if you
experience |
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dizziness, lightheadedness, or drowsiness; |
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tremor (shaking) or restlessness; |
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Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk
to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that
is especially bothersome. |
What other drugs will affect pseudoephedrine?
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Do not take pseudoephedrine if you have taken a monoamine
oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan),
phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14
days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur, leading to
serious side effects. |
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Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with
pseudoephedrine. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before
taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including
herbal products. |
Where can I get more information?
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Your pharmacist has more information about pseudoephedrine
written for health professionals that you may read. |
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