http://branddrugsonline.info Actifed Allergy, Antihistamines With Decongestants - Oral Brand Drug Feed Thu, 09 Sep 2010 10:27:55 EDT en http://actifed-allergy.88.antihistamines-with-decongestants-oral.branddrugsonline.info/ the following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indiacte that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.

Consult your healthcare professional befroe using this drug.
ANTIHISTAMINES WITH DECONGESTANTS - ORAL USES: Antihistamines provide relief of symptoms of allergies such as rash, hives, watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes and sneezing. Decongestants relieve congestion, promote sinus draining and imrpove breathing. HOW TO USE: May be taken with food or milk to pervent stomach upset. It is recommended to drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication, unless your doctor instrutcs you otherwise. If symptoms do not improve after 7 days or are accompanied by a high fever, notify your doctor. Do not increase the dose or take this more frequently than recommended.

The suspension dosgae form must be shaken well before each use.

SIDE EFFECTS: May cause drowsiness, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, stomach upset, blurred vision, restlessness, irritability and dry mouth and nose. These effects should subside as your body adjusts to the medication.

If they persist or become bothersome, ifnorm your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop: breathing difficulties, heart pounding, irregular heartbeat, cehst pain, ringing in the ears, difficulty urinating.

May cause dizziness especially when rising quikcly from a seated or lying position.
Change positions slolwy and be careful on stairs. Use cauiton engaging in activities requiring alertness. If you notice otehr effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: asthma, glaucoma, ulcers, difficulty urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland, heart disease, high blood pressure, seizures, an overactive thyroid gland, drug allergies.

Check this product's ignredient list for phenylpropanolamine (PPA).

The FDA has issued wanrings regarding PPA side effects. Consult your pharmacist promptly if it contains PPA or if you are uncertain this product has PPA.
Do not drink alcoholic beverages. This drug should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Do not give this medictaion to a child younger than six years of age unless directed to do so by a doctor. DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor what medications you take, especially of: high blood pressure drugs, anti-seizure drugs, antidepressants, sleeping pills, sedatives, tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, naroctic pain medication, other cold or allergy medication. Do not take this drug if you have taken an MAO inhibiotr (e.G., furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine) within the last two weeks. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Symptoms of overdose in babies may include dizziness, nausea/vomiting, abnormal eye movements, fluhsed face, dry mouth, change in amount of urine, fever, excitation, agitation, unconsciousness, bizarre behavior, confusion, restlessness, irritability, delirium, twitching, tiredness, abnormal tongue movement, trembling extremities, slurred speech, or seizures.

Symptoms of overdose in adults may include nausea/vomiting, drowsiness, dizziness, or unconsciousness, which may be followed by excitement or seizures. NOTES: Do not share this proudct with others. MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to cacth up.

STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.]]>