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

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

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Generic
Available |
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Yes |

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Pharmacological Index |
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Decongestant/Analgesic |

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Use |
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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 |

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Usual Dosage |
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Oral: Adults: 1-2 caplets every 4-6 hours |

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Dental Health: Local
Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor
Precautions |
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Use with caution since pseudoephedrine 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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Up to 10% of patients could experience tachycardia, palpitations, and dry
mouth; use vasoconstrictor with caution |

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Dosage Forms |
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Caplet: Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 30 mg and ibuprofen 200
mg |

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