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Pseudoephedrine - oral

(sue-doh-eff-ed-rin)

common brand names: Afrin, Afrinol, Chlor-Trimeton, Novafed, Sudafed

Simular Drugs : 12 Hour Decongestant, 12 Hour Decongestant

12 Hour Decongestant Usage: Pseudoephedrine is used to provide relief from the nasal or sinus congestion caused by allergies or common cold, or ear congestion caused by inflammation or infection.

How to use 12 Hour Decongestant: It's recommended to drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication, unless your physician instructs you to do otherwise. Sustained-release or long acting tablets & capsules should be swallowed whole. Chewing or crushing them will destroy long action & may increase side effects. If symptoms do not improve after 7 days or are accompanied by a high fever, notify your physician. don't increase dose or take this more frequently than recommended.

12 Hour Decongestant side effects: may cause dizziness, headache, fast or pounding heartbeat, nausea, vomiting, difficult or painful urination, sweating, nervousness, restlessness, or trouble sleeping. These effects should subside as your body adjusts to med. If they persist, become severe or bothersome, inform your physician. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact youre healthcare professional or pharmacist.

12 Hour Decongestant Precautions: Tell your physician if you have: pre-existing heart problems, kidney or liver disease, lung disease, emphysema, hypertension, overactive thyroid, diabetes mellitus, glaucoma, difficulty urinating or an enlarged prostate, history of seizures. this drug should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with your doctor. Pseudoephedrine passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on nursing infant. Using it med while breast-feeding isnt recommended.

12 Hour Decongestant drug interactions: Tell you're doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including: sleeping pills, sedatives, tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, medication for depression, HBP drugs. Tell your physician if you have taken any MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine) within last two weeks. do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

12 Hour Decongestant Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include irregular or unusually slow or rapid heartbeat, unusual nervousness or excitement, rapid breathing, confusion, hallucinations, & seizures.

12 Hour Decongestant special notes: talk with your physician, healthcare professional or nurse of diseases you have & tablets you already taking before using any new tablet.

If you missed 12 Hour Decongestant dose: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered if within an hour. If you do not remember until later, skip the missed dose & resume youre usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' the doses.

12 Hour Decongestant Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (between 15 & 30 degrees C) away from moisture & sunlight. do not store in the bathroom.

Active Ingredients : Pseudoephedrine