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Caramiphen And Phenylpropanolamine Hcl Oral - Caramiphen With Phenylpropanolamine - Oral Generic Drug

General Information

  • Below is miscellaneous information regarding Caramiphen And Phenylpropanolamine Hcl Oral
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Overdose

  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, irregular heartbeat, numbness or tingling in arms or legs, and seizures.

Medicinal Applications

  • Caramiphen is a cough suppressant.
  • Phenylpropanolamine relieves nasal stuffiness.
  • This combination medication is used to treat symptoms associated with the common cold, allergies, hay fever, sinusitis and other respiratory illnesses.

Drug Interactions

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

Possible Side Effects

  • Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, loss of appetite, nausea or sleeplessness may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication.
  • If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
  • To avoid dizziness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly.
  • Also limit your intake of alcoholic beverages which will aggravate these effects.
  • Notify your doctor if you develop.

Caramiphen And Phenylpropanolamine Hcl Oral Storage Instructions

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

Read Before Using Caramiphen And Phenylpropanolamine Hcl Oral (precautions)

  • Tell your doctor if you have.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

  • If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Usage Instructions

  • Take this medication as prescribed.
  • Be sure to follow instructions closely.
  • Do not increase your dose or take this more often than directed.
  • Capsules and long-acting tablets must be swallowed whole with a full glass of water.
  • Do not crush or chew them.
  • The long action will be destroyed and the chance of side effects will be increased.

Caramiphen And Phenylpropanolamine Hcl Oral Miscellaneous Notes

  • Drink plenty of fluids, especially water while taking this medication.
  • It will help to break up mucus and clear congestion.