Decongestant - Pseudoephedrine - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Decongestant.
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What To Do In Case Of Missed 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 and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the doses.

Possible 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 the medication.
• If they persist, become severe or bothersome, inform your doctor.
• If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

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, and seizures.

Medicinal Applications

• Pseudoephedrine is used to provide relief from the nasal or sinus congestion caused by allergies or the common cold, or ear congestion caused by inflammation or infection.

Decongestant Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

Decongestant Miscellaneous Notes

• Talk with your doctor, pharmacist or nurse about diseases you have and drugs you are already taking before using any new medication.

Read Before Using Decongestant (precautions)

• Tell your doctor if you have.

Usage Instructions

• It is recommended to drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication, unless your doctor instructs you to do otherwise.
• Sustained-release or long acting tablets and capsules must be swallowed whole.
• Chewing or crushing them will destroy the long action and may increase side effects.
• 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.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including.