Pronunciation: KLOR-fen-IR-a-meen/DEX-troe-meth-OR-fan/SOO-doe-e-FED-rin
Generic Name: Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine
Brand Name: Examples include Dicel DM Chewables and Triaminic Softchews Cold and Cough
Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets are used for:
Relieving symptoms of sinus congestion, runny nose, sneezing, itchy nose or throat, itchy or watery eyes, and cough due to colds, upper respiratory infections, and allergies. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets are a decongestant, antihistamine, and cough suppressant combination. The decongestant works by constricting blood vessels and reducing swelling in the nasal passages. The antihistamine works by blocking the action of histamine, which helps reduce symptoms such as watery eyes and sneezing. The cough suppressant works in the brain to help decrease the cough reflex to reduce a dry cough.
Do NOT use Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets
- you have severe high blood pressure, severe heart blood vessel disease, rapid heartbeat, or severe heart problems
- you are unable to urinate or are having an asthma attack
- you take droxidopa or sodium oxybate (GHB), or if you have taken furazolidone or a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (eg, phenelzine) within the last 14 days
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets:
Some medical conditions may interact with Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you have a history of adrenal gland problems (eg, adrenal gland tumor); heart problems (eg, fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; heart disease); high or low blood pressure; low blood volume; diabetes; blood vessel problems; a stroke; glaucoma or increased pressure in the eye; seizures; or thyroid problems
- if you have a history of asthma, chronic cough, lung or breathing problems (eg, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, sleep apnea), or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or if your cough occurs with large amounts of mucus
- if you have a history of stomach or bowel ulcers; a blockage of your stomach, bladder, or bowel; kidney problems; an enlarged prostate or other prostate problems; or trouble urinating
- if you are on a low-salt (sodium) diet
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
- Digoxin or droxidopa because the risk of irregular heartbeat or heart attack may be increased
- Beta-blockers (eg, propranolol), furazolidone, indomethacin, linezolid, MAOIs (eg, phenelzine), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) (eg, citalopram, fluoxetine), sodium oxybate (GHB), tricyclic antidepressants (eg, amitriptyline), or urinary alkalinizers (eg, sodium bicarbonate) because they may increase the risk of Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets's side effects
- Bromocriptine or hydantoins (eg, phenytoin) because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets
- Guanadrel, guanethidine, mecamylamine, methyldopa, or reserpine because their effectiveness may be decreased by Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets:
Use Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets may be taken with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
- Chew thoroughly before swallowing.
- If you miss a dose of Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets and you are taking it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets.
Important safety information:
- Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it
- Do not drink alcohol while you are taking Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets.
- Check with your doctor before you use medicines that may cause drowsiness (eg, sleep aids, muscle relaxers) while you are taking Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets; it may add to their effects. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines may cause drowsiness.
- Do not take diet or appetite control medicines while you are taking Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets without checking with your doctor.
- Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets has a decongestant, an antihistamine, and a cough suppressant in it. Before you start any new medicine, check the label to see if it has a decongestant, an antihistamine, or a cough suppressant in it too. If it does or if you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
- Do not use Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets for a cough with a lot of mucus. Do not use it for a long-term cough (eg, caused by asthma, emphysema, smoking). However, you may use it for these conditions if your doctor tells you to.
- Do NOT take more than the recommended dose or take for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
- If your symptoms do not improve within 5 to 7 days, if they become worse, if they go away and come back, or if they occur with fever, rash, or persistent headache, check with your doctor.
- Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets. Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you must be outside for more than a short time.
- Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets may interfere with skin allergy tests. If you are scheduled for a skin test, talk to your doctor. You may need to stop taking Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets for a few days before the tests.
- Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
- Use Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially confusion, drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, nervousness, sleeplessness, and trouble urinating.
- Caution is advised when using Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets in CHILDREN; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially excitability.
- Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets should not be used in CHILDREN younger than 6 years without checking with the child's doctor; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of taking Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets while you are pregnant. It is not known if Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets are found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets.
Possible side effects of Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth, nose, or throat; excitability; headache; loss of appetite; nausea; nervousness or anxiety; trouble sleeping; upset stomach; vomiting; weakness.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); difficulty urinating or inability to urinate; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; hallucinations; loss of coordination; mental or mood changes (eg, depression); seizures; severe dizziness, drowsiness, light-headedness, or headache; severe dryness of the mouth, nose, and throat; severe or persistent trouble sleeping; shortness of breath; tremor; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual tiredness or weakness; vision changes (eg, double vision, severe or persistent blurred vision).
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
See also: Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine side effects (in more detail)
If OVERDOSE is suspected:
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include blurred vision; confusion; flushing; hallucinations; mental or mood changes; muscle spasms; seizures; severe dizziness, light-headedness, or headache; severe drowsiness; trouble breathing; unusually fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; vomiting.
Proper storage of Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets:
Store Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets out of the reach of children and away from pets.
General information:
- If you have any questions about Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
- Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets are to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
- If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
- Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Chewable Tablets. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
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