Ed A Hist Drug Information
Generic name: CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Uses of Ed A Hist
temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold, hay fever (allergic rhinitis) or other respiratory allergies: runny nose sneezing itching of the nose or throat itchy, watery eyes cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation nasal congestion reduces swelling of nasal passages
Dosage & Administration of Ed A Hist
| Adults and children 12 years of age and over: | 1 tablet every 4 hours, not to exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor |
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| Children 6 to under 12 years of age: | 1/2 tablet every 4 hours, not to exceed 3 tablets in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor |
| Children under 6 years of age: | Consult a doctor. |
Side Effects of Ed A Hist
When using this product
excitability may occur, especially in children may cause marked drowsiness sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness effect avoid alcoholic beverages use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery
Stop use and ask a doctor if
nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur cough or nasal congestion persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition. new symptoms occur
Warnings & Cautions for Ed A Hist
Do not exceed recommended dosage. Do not use this product if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product Do not use this product, unless directed by a doctor, if you have a breathing problem such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis glaucoma a persistent or chronic cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus) heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes mellitus difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland Do not take this product if you are taking sedatives or tranquilizers, without first consulting your doctor.
When using this product excitability may occur, especially in children may cause marked drowsiness sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness effect avoid alcoholic beverages use caution when driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery Stop use and ask a doctor if nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur cough or nasal congestion persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious condition. new symptoms occur If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children.
In case of accidental overdose, seek professional help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Drug Interactions with Ed A Hist
Pregnancy Safety for Ed A Hist
If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use.
Contraindications for Ed A Hist
this product if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product
Overdosage Information for Ed A Hist
Keep out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, seek professional help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Drug information sourced from the FDA. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before making any medication decisions.
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