Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Paracetamol/acetaminophen + Phenylephrine

Expert Advice

Dosage Forms Available

• Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Paracetamol/Acetaminophen + Phenylephrine is available for use via oral route (tablets and liquid).

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medication is indicated for adults and children above 6 years of age.

Contraindications

• This medication is contraindicated in patients with known allergies to any of the active ingredients. It should not be used by people with high blood pressure, diabetes, or glaucoma.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with anti-allergic drugs (e.g., diphenhydramine, cetirizine), antidepressants (e.g., duloxetine, escitalopram), blood pressure medications (e.g., lisinopril, losartan), anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin, heparin), and sedatives (e.g., alprazolam and diazepam).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of this medication may cause serious symptoms such as difficulty breathing or swallowing, seizures, hallucinations, severe anxiety, irregular heartbeat. Consult your doctor immediately if you suspect an overdose.

• In case you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it's close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• To manage dry mouth, try sipping water frequently throughout the day.

• To manage an upset stomach, try taking this medication with food.

• If constipation occurs, drinking plenty of water and including more fibre in your diet may help.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medication may cause drowsiness or dizziness. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel such symptoms after taking the medication.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Always consult your doctor before using any medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with thyroid problems or liver or kidney disease should exercise caution when taking this medication. Patients having difficulty urinating due to an enlarged prostate should also take this medicine under medical supervision.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Regular hand washing and maintaining good hygiene can help prevent the spread of the viruses that cause colds.

• Avoiding allergens that can trigger allergic reactions can help manage allergy symptoms.

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