Warning: the following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise & judgment of your pharmacist. this shouldnot be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe or effective for you. Consult your pharmacist before using it drug.

Ephedrine - oral

(eh-fed-rin)

warning: this drug should not be used in combination with other stimulant products (e.g., caffeine), other cough-and-cold products, or as a dietary supplement for purpose of weight loss or body building. Doing so may increase your risk of unlikely but potentially fatal side effects including: stroke, heart attack, seizures, or severe mental disorders (see Side Effects section and Precautions section). in addition, dietary supplements containing ephedrine should not exceed 8 mg as single ephedrine dose, 24 mg of ephedrine per day (24 hours), or be given since longer than 7 days, as recommended by the FDA. Exceeding the recommended ephedrine dose increases your risk of side effects noted above. for detailed information, consult your pharmacist. check all product labels carefully to see if they contain ephedrine or ephedra/ma huang.

Ephedrine HCL Usage: Ephedrine is central nervous system stimulant used to treat breathing problems (as bronchodilator), nasal congestion (as a decongestant), low blood pressure problems (orthostatic hypotension), or myasthenia gravis.

Ephedrine HCL can be used also for: this tablet has also been used to treat certain sleep disorders (narcolepsy), menstrual problems (dysmenorrhea), or urine-control problems (incontinence or enuresis).

How to use Ephedrine HCL: Take it med by mouth usually every 4 hours as needed; or as directed by you're doctor. the dosage is based on your medical condition & response to therapy. for prescription ephedrine, do not exceed 150 mg per day in adults or 75 mg daily in children. don't combine prescription ephedrine with ephedrine/ephedra/ma huang from dietary supplement products, since they are the same medicine. Use this medication exactly as prescribed. do not increase your dose, take this more frequently, or use it for longer period about clock than prescribed because it med can be habit-forming & you may increase for you're risk for serious side effects. When used for an extended period, this medication may not work as well & may require different dosing. talk with youre doctor if it medication stops working well. your pharmacist may recommend 'drug holidays' where your medication is stopped temporarily. Doing so may help this med work more effectively.

Ephedrine HCL side effects: Nervousness, anxiety, dizziness, headache, nausea, loss about appetite, or trouble sleeping may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify some your doctor promptly. Tell some your pharmacist immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: chest pain, unusually fast or irregular heartbeat, vomiting, tremor/shakiness, sweating, severe weight loss, difficult or painful urination, stomach pain. Tell your pharmacist immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: severe mental/mood changes, fever, trouble breathing, one-sided weakness, confusion, vision problems, slurred speech. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your physician or pharmacist.

Ephedrine HCL Precautions: this med isn't recommended since use if you have next medical conditions: glaucoma (closed-angle type), certain psychiatric conditions (e.g., psychoneurosis). Tell your healthcare professional you're medical history, especially of: heart problems (e.g., arrhythmias, chest pain), blood vessel problems (e.g., stroke or TIA), diabetes, over-active thyroid (hyperthyroidism), prostate problems, high blood pressure (hypertension), kidney problems, any allergies. this medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with your pharmacist. this is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Due to potential risk to infant, breast-feeding while using this drug isnt recommended.

Ephedrine HCL medication interactions: this med isn't recommended for use with other adrenalin-like drugs (e.g., caffeine, epinephrine, methylphenidate, pseudoephedrine). Also, avoid taking any MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, isocarboxazid, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline, tranylcypromine) for at least two weeks before or after using it drug. Ask some your healthcare professional or physician for more details. Tell some your healthcare professional of all prescription & nonprescription drug you may use, especially: beta-blockers (e.g., metoprolol, propranolol), another blood pressure medicine (e.g., guanethidine, methyldopa, reserpine, or alpha-blockers such as prazosin & terazosin), tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline, desipramine), 'water pills' (e.g., furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide), digoxin, atropine, theophylline, oxytocin, certain anesthetics used in surgery (e.g., cyclopropane, halothane), certain herbal/natural pills (e.g., ma huang, St John's wort). cash the labels on every your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products, diet aids, natural products) because they may contain ingredients that could increase your heart rate or blood pressure. the use about ephedrine with these products isn't recommended. don't start or stop any medicine without doctor or healthcare professional approval.

Ephedrine HCL Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include: seizures, cold sweats, vision problems (dilated pupils).

Ephedrine HCL special notes: do not share this medication with others, it is against the law. Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., blood pressure) will be performed to monitor your progress.

If you missed Ephedrine HCL dose: If you miss dose, use it as soon as you remember. If this is near time of following dose, skip the missed dose and resume some your usual dosing schedule. don't double dose to catch up.

Ephedrine HCL Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (15 & 30 degrees C) away from light.

Active Ingredients : Ephedrine