Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine
About Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine
Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine is used to treat symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, allergies and other breathing problems like sinusitis and bronchitis. An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements, typically not harmful to your body.
Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine contains Chlorpheniramine and Phenylephrine. It helps narrow the small blood vessels, relieving nasal congestion or stuffiness, a runny nose, and watery eyes.
Take Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine as advised by the doctor. The most common side effects of Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine are drowsiness, dizziness, headache, dry mouth/nose/throat, upset stomach, constipation, or trouble sleeping. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine. Please tell your doctor before starting Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine if you have a liver problem, are pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Do not take Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine with any MAO inhibitors (antidepressants), as it may lead to serious drug interactions.
Uses of Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine
• Relief from common cold Symptoms: Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine provides relief from common cold symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, and congestion.
• Reduction of Nasal Congestion: Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine helps to reduce nasal congestion by easing breathing difficulties caused by colds or allergies.
• Relieving Allergic Reactions: Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine is involved in alleviating allergy symptoms like itchy eyes and a runny nose by blocking histamine release.
• Relief from Sinus Pressure: Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine provides relief from sinus pressure and discomfort caused by colds and allergies.
Medicinal Benefits
- Reduces the symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing.
- Reduces nasal congestion by causing the nose's enlarged blood vessels to contract.
- Relieves congestion and sinus pressure
- Relieves allergic rhinitis and the common cold.
- Enhances general comfort and nasal breathing
Directions for Use
- Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
- Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
- Swallow Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not crush, break, or chew it.
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Side Effects of Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Dry mouth/nose/throat
- Upset of stomach
- Constipation
- Trouble sleeping
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Drug Warnings
- Do not take Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
- Do not take Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine if you have taken any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days.
- Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine.
- Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had cardiovascular disease, asthma, kidney or liver disease, diabetes, glaucoma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or benign prostatic hyperplasia.
- Also, let your doctor know about all other medications you have taken before starting Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine.
- Do not stop taking Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine even if you feel better without asking your doctor, as your symptoms may come back and may even worsen your condition.
- Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine may cause drowsiness and sleepiness, so it is advised not to drive a car or operate machinery.
- Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness.
- If you need to undergo surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine, as it should not be taken during surgery.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Taking Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine with the following medication classes may cause adverse reactions.
- Anti-depressant drugs (Amitriptyline, Nortriptyline)
• Potential effect: May cause increased blood pressure. Should be avoided or used in an emergency only if prescribed by the physician. - Antibiotics (Furazolidone, Linezolid)
• Potential effect: May cause increased blood pressure. Should be avoided or used in an emergency only if prescribed by the physician. - MAO Inhibitors (Selegiline)
• Potential effect: May cause severe increased blood pressure. Should be avoided or used in an emergency only if prescribed by the physician.
Drug-Food Interactions: Alcohol should not be consumed along with Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have a history of the following conditions before taking Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine, as it may worsen your condition or cause complications.
- Cardiovascular disease
- Asthma
- Kidney or liver disease
- Diabetes
- Glaucoma
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate gland,
- Intestinal ulcer or blockage
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionChlorpheniramine+phenylephrine may cause excessive dizziness when taken with alcohol, so the combined intake should be avoided.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorChlorpheniramine+phenylephrine contains a combination of two different drugs. Chlorpheniramine is a class B pregnancy drug, and phenylephrine is a class C. So, it should be used only as prescribed by the doctor.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorChlorpheniramine+phenylephrine should only be given to breastfeeding women if the benefits outweigh the harm it will cause to the baby.
Driving
cautionChlorpheniramine+phenylephrine is known to cause drowsiness and sleepiness. Hence, drive only if you are alert.
Liver
cautionChlorpheniramine+phenylephrine to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Kidney
cautionChlorpheniramine+phenylephrine to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Children
consult your doctorChlorpheniramine+phenylephrine is not recommended for children below the age of 4 years. For children aged above 4 years, use Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine only when prescribed by a child specialist.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Healthy eating habits:
- To prevent dryness and discomfort in your stomach, eat light, balanced meals that include fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
- To stay hydrated and lessen dryness in your throat and nose, drink lots of water and warm liquids.
- Steer clear of alcohol and excessive caffeine since these can exacerbate dehydration and tiredness.
- If you experience nausea or acid reflux after taking the medication, limit consumption of extremely hot or greasy foods.
Lifestyle changes:
- To aid in your body's recovery from cold or allergy symptoms, get enough sleep.
- Avoid exposure to smoking, dust, cold air, and other allergens that can exacerbate symptoms.
- To relieve nasal congestion, use steam inhalation and keep your home humid.
Special Advise
- It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. It might help reduce the severity of your symptoms.
- Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine may interfere with certain lab tests, like brain scans for Parkinson's disease and urine drug screening tests. Before undergoing these tests, please inform the doctor that you are taking Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Common cold: The common cold is an infection caused by viruses, mainly rhinovirus, affecting your nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). Children younger than six years of age are at the most significant risk of colds, but healthy adults can also be affected by 2-3 colds annually. In most cases, cold symptoms recover within a week or ten days. However, symptoms might last longer in people who smoke or are exposed to allergens like dust, pollutants, etc. Symptoms of a common cold might include a stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, cough, congestion, mild body pain or a mild headache, sneezing, low-grade fever, and feeling unwell (malaise).
Allergy: It is an immune system response to foreign elements, typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as 'allergens.' Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. At the same time, others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander.
FAQs
Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine is used to treat symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, allergies and other breathing problems like sinusitis and bronchitis.
Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine contains Chlorpheniramine and Phenylephrine. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like a runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that narrows the small blood vessels, relieving congestion or stuffiness. Together, Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine effectively reduces allergic symptoms.
No, you should not take Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine if you need to undergo surgery, as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness when given along with anaesthesia. Please inform your doctor before surgery if you are taking Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine, as the doctor may stop it 72 hours before the surgery.
It is not recommended to take Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine along with any antidepressant medication as it may lead to unpleasant side effects or any drug interaction. Also, Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine should be taken at least 15 days after your last dose of antidepressants.
The most common side effects of Chlorpheniramine+phenylephrine are drowsiness, dizziness, headache, dry mouth/nose/throat, upset stomach, constipation, or trouble sleeping. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
