Pseuphedrin - Pseudoephedrine - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Pseuphedrin.
• Afrin, Afrinol, Chlor-Trimeton, Novafed, Sudafed
• sue-doh-eff-ED-rin

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.

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.

Pseuphedrin Miscellaneous Notes

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

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

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

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.

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.

Read Before Using Pseuphedrin (precautions)

• Tell your doctor if you have.

Pseuphedrin 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.

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.