Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Paracetamol/acetaminophen + Phenylephrine Hydrochloride + Sodium Citrate

Expert Advice

Dosage Forms Available

• Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Paracetamol/Acetaminophen + Phenylephrine Hydrochloride + Sodium Citrate is available for use via the oral route in the form of tablets, oral solution (liquid), and extended-release tablets or capsules.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This combination medication is meant for adults and children above 12 years of age. Children age between 6-12 years use with caution and under medical supervision.

Contraindications

• This medicine is contraindicated in patients with known allergies to any of the components: Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Paracetamol/Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, Sodium Citrate.

• It is also contraindicated in breastfeeding mothers with jaundiced infants.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with MAO inhibitors (such as selegiline and phenelzine), blood pressure medications (such as nifedipine and atenolol), antidepressants (like amitriptyline, fluoxetine), migraine medications (like sumatriptan), and cholesterol-lowering medicines (statins, such as atorvastatin and simvastatin).

• Before starting any prescription or over-the-counter medications, it is crucial to consult a doctor.

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of this medication may cause severe drowsiness, seizures, irregular heartbeats, severe dizziness, or mental/mood changes such as confusion or hallucinations. If you observe these symptoms, inform your doctor immediately.

• If you forget a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• If you experience stomach upset, take this medicine with food.

• Drinking plenty of fluids can help manage dry mouth, nose or throat.

• If drowsiness, dizziness or blurred vision occur, avoid driving or engaging in activities requiring alertness until you are sure you can perform these activities safely.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medication may affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery due to possible side effects such as drowsiness and dizziness. Avoid these activities until you know how this medication affects you.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• It is best to avoid combination medications during pregnancy, especially in the first trimester. Always consult your doctor before using this medicine while pregnant or breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with certain conditions like enlarged prostate, urinary retention, glaucoma, or breathing problems should exercise caution when taking this medicine.

• It may also cause excitability in young children and sensitivity to side effects like dizziness or drowsiness in elderly patients.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Maintain a balanced diet and hydrate well to support overall health and aid the body's natural recovery process.

• Rest well to help the body recover from cold, flu or allergies.

• Practise good hygiene habits like washing hands regularly to prevent the spread of infections.

• Quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption as they can aggravate respiratory conditions.

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