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Look Up > Drugs > Pseudoephedrine and Ibuprofen
Pseudoephedrine and Ibuprofen
Pronunciation
U.S. Brand Names
Generic Available
Pharmacological Index
Use
Usual Dosage
Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions
Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment
Dosage Forms

Pronunciation
(soo doe e FED rin & eye byoo PROE fen)

U.S. Brand Names
Advil® Cold & Sinus Caplets [OTC]; Dimetapp® Sinus Caplets [OTC]; Dristan® Sinus Caplets [OTC]; Motrin® IB Sinus [OTC]; Sine-Aid® IB [OTC]

Generic Available

Yes


Pharmacological Index

Decongestant/Analgesic


Use

Temporary symptomatic relief of nasal congestion due to common cold, upper respiratory allergies, and sinusitis; also promotes nasal or sinus drainage; sinus headaches and pains


Usual Dosage

Oral: Adults: 1-2 caplets every 4-6 hours


Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions

Use with caution since pseudoephedrine is a sympathomimetic amine which could interact with epinephrine to cause a pressor response


Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment

Up to 10% of patients could experience tachycardia, palpitations, and dry mouth; use vasoconstrictor with caution


Dosage Forms

Caplet: Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 30 mg and ibuprofen 200 mg


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