This combination medication is used to temporarily treat cough and stuffy nose symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, or other breathing illnesses (e.g., sinusitis, bronchitis). Carbetapentane is a cough suppressant that works by acting on a part of the brain (cough center) to reduce the urge to cough. Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that works by reducing blood flow to the nose/sinuses, allowing the passages in the nose to open up.This medication should not be used in newborns or infants.
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This combination medication is used to temporarily treat cough and stuffy nose symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, or other breathing illnesses (e.g., sinusitis, bronchitis). Carbetapentane is a cough suppressant that works by acting on a part of the brain (cough center) to reduce the urge to cough. Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that works by reducing blood flow to the nose/sinuses, allowing the passages in the nose to open up.This medication should not be used in newborns or infants. Notes
- Do not share this medication with others.
Storage
- Store at room temperature between 68-77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
- Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Overdose
- Symptoms of overdose may include: restlessness, agitation, fast/pounding heartbeat, severe headache, seizures.
How
To Use - Shake the bottle well before each dose.Take this medication by mouth with or without food, usually every 12 hours or as directed by your doctor.
- Measure the medication with a dose-measuring spoon or device to make sure you get the correct dose.
- Do not use a household spoon.Dosage is based on your age, medical condition, and response to treatment.Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.
Side
Effects - Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, nausea, vomiting, or trouble sleeping may occur.
- If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.
- Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: mental/mood changes (e.g., anxiety, restlessness), severe headache, shaking (tremor), weakness, painful urination.Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: chest pain, seizures, fast/slow/irregular heartbeat.A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.
- However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to carbetapentane or pseudoephedrine; or to other sympathomimetics (e.g., ephedrine, phenylephrine); or if you have any other allergies.This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions.
- Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: severe high blood pressure, certain heart problem (severe coronary artery disease), glaucoma (narrow-angle).Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), mild/moderate high blood pressure, other heart/blood vessel disease (e.g., mild/moderate coronary artery disease, irregular heart rhythm, heart failure), diabetes, glaucoma (open-angle), enlarged prostate (prostatic hypertrophy), seizures.Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you are using this medication.This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy.
- Use caution while driving, using machinery, or doing any activities that require alertness.
- Limit alcoholic beverages.Caution is advised when using this drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to its effects.During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.This drug may pass into breast milk and could have undesirable effects on a nursing infant.
- Therefore, breast-feeding is not recommended while using this drug.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed
Dose - If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
- If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not double the dose to catch up.
Drug
Interactions - Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them.
- Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, isocarboxazid, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine) within 2 weeks before, during, and after treatment with this medication.
- In some cases, a serious (possibly fatal) drug interaction may occur.If you are currently using any of these medications listed above, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting carbetapentane/pseudoephedrine.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: beta blockers (e.g., propranolol), guanethidine, methyldopa, reserpine.Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you also take drugs that cause drowsiness such as: certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine), anti-seizure drugs (e.g., carbamazepine), medicine for sleep or anxiety (e.g., alprazolam, diazepam, zolpidem), muscle relaxants, narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), psychiatric medicines (e.g., chlorpromazine, risperidone, amitriptyline, trazodone).Check the labels on all your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products) because they may contain ingredients that could cause drowsiness or increase your blood pressure.
- Ask your pharmacist about using those products safely.Pseudoephedrine is available in both prescription and nonprescription products.
- Check the labels on all your medications carefully to make sure you are not taking more than one product that contains pseudoephedrine.
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