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Pronunciation |
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(klor
fen IR a meen, fen il EF rin,
& KOE deen) |
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U.S. Brand
Names |
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Pediacof®;
Pedituss® |
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Generic
Available |
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No |
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Pharmacological Index |
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Antihistamine/Decongestant/Antitussive |
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Use |
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Symptomatic relief of rhinitis, nasal congestion and cough due to colds or
allergy |
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Restrictions |
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C-IV |
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Usual Dosage |
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Children 6 months to 12 years: 1.25-10 mL every 4-6
hours |
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Dental Health: Local
Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor
Precautions |
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Use with caution since phenylephrine is a sympathomimetic amine which could
interact with epinephrine to cause a pressor response |
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Dental Health:
Effects on Dental Treatment |
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Chlorpheniramine: Prolonged use will cause significant xerostomia
Codeine: <1%: Dry mouth
Phenylephrine: Up to 10% of patients could experience tachycardia,
palpitations, and dry mouth; use vasoconstrictor with caution; prolonged use
will cause significant xerostomia |
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Dosage Forms |
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Liquid: Chlorpheniramine maleate 0.75 mg, phenylephrine hydrochloride 2.5 mg,
and codeine phosphate 5 mg with potassium iodide 75 mg per 5
mL |
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