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| Pronunciation |
 (trye
PROE li deen, soo doe e FED rin,
& KOE deen) |
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| U.S. Brand Names |
| Actagen-C®; Allerfrin® w/Codeine; Aprodine® w/C; Triacin-C®; Trifed-C® |
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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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Symptomatic relief of cough |
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| Restrictions |
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C-V |
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| Pregnancy Risk Factor |
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C |
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| Usual Dosage |
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Oral: 2-6 years: 2.5 mL 4 times/day 7-12 years: 5 mL 4 times/day Children >12 years and Adults: 10 mL 4 times/day |
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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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| Patient Information |
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Avoid alcoholic beverages |
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| Nursing Implications |
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Contains 4.3% alcohol |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Syrup: Triprolidine hydrochloride 1.25 mg, pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 30 mg, and codeine phosphate 10 mg per 5 mL with alcohol 4.3% |
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