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Pronunciation |
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(klor
fen IR a meen, fen il proe pa
NOLE a meen, & deks troe meth OR fan) |
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U.S. Brand
Names |
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Triaminicol® Multi-Symptom Cold Syrup
[OTC] |
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Generic
Available |
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Yes |
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Pharmacological Index |
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Antihistamine/Decongestant/Antitussive |
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Use |
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Provides relief of runny nose, sneezing, suppresses cough, promotes nasal and
sinus drainage |
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Pregnancy Risk
Factor |
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C |
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Warnings/Precautions |
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Research on chicken embryos exposed to concentrations of dextromethorphan
relative to those typically taken by humans has shown to cause birth defects and
fetal death; more study is needed, but it is suggested that pregnant women
should be advised not to use dextromethorphan-containing
medications |
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Usual Dosage |
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Oral:
Adults: 10 mL every 4 hours |
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Dental Health: Local
Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor
Precautions |
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Use with caution since phenylpropanolamine 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
Dextromethorphan: No effects or complications reported
Phenylpropanolamine: 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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Patient
Information |
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May cause drowsiness. Alcohol, sedative or tranquilizers may increase
drowsiness. Avoid driving or operating machinery while taking this
product. |
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Dosage Forms |
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Liquid: Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg, phenylpropanolamine hydrochloride 12.5
mg, and dextromethorphan hydrobromide 10 mg per 5
mL |
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