Sinus Decongestant Drug Information
Generic name: PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Uses of Sinus Decongestant
Temporarily relieves ■ nasal congestion due to the common cold, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies ■ sinus congestion and pressure
Dosage & Administration of Sinus Decongestant
- do not use more than directed Adults and children: (12 years and older) Take 1 tablet every 4 hours. Do not take more than 6 doses in 24 hours.
- Children under 12 years: Ask a doctor
Side Effects of Sinus Decongestant
When using this product
do not exceed recommended dosage
Stop use and ask a doctor if
you get nervous, dizzy, or sleepless symptoms do not improve within 7 days or are accompanied by fever
Warnings & Cautions for Sinus Decongestant
Do not use 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. Ask a doctor before use if you have heart disease high blood pressure thyroid disease diabetes trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland When using this product do not exceed recommended dosage Stop use and ask a doctor if you get nervous, dizzy, or sleepless symptoms do not improve within 7 days or are accompanied by fever If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a health professional before use.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
Drug Interactions with Sinus Decongestant
Pregnancy Safety for Sinus Decongestant
If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Contraindications for Sinus Decongestant
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 Sinus Decongestant
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
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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