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| Pronunciation |
 (klor
fen IR a meen & fen il EF
rin) |
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| U.S. Brand Names |
| Dallergy-D® Syrup; Ed A-Hist® Liquid; Histatab® Plus Tablet [OTC]; Histor-D® Syrup; Rolatuss® Plain Liquid; Ru-Tuss® Liquid |
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| Generic Available |
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Yes |
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| Synonyms |
| Phenylephrine and Chlorpheniramine |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Antihistamine/Decongestant Combination |
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| Use |
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Temporary relief of nasal congestion and eustachian tube congestion as well as runny nose, sneezing, itching of nose or throat, itchy and watery eyes |
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| Pregnancy Risk Factor |
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C |
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| Usual Dosage |
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Oral: 2-5 years: 2.5 mL every 4 hours 6-12 years: 5 mL every 4 hours Adults: 10 mL every 4 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 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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| Patient Information |
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May cause drowsiness. Avoid driving or operating machinery while taking this medication. |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Capsule, sustained release: Chlorpheniramine maleate 8 mg and phenylephrine hydrochloride 20 mg Liquid: Dallergy-D®, Histor-D®, Rolatuss® Plain, Ru-Tuss®: Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg and phenylephrine hydrochloride 5 mg per 5 mL Ed A-Hist® Liquid: Chlorpheniramine maleate 4 mg and phenylephrine hydrochloride 10 mg per 5 mL Tablet (Histatab® Plus): Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg and phenylephrine hydrochloride 5 mg |
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