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- $Title{phenylpropanolamine and guaifenesin combination}
- $Subject{Banex-LA Lu Chem Dura-Vent Dura Entex Norwich-Eaton Guaipax
- Vitarine Nolex LA Carnrick Rymed-TR Edwards Tega D&E Ortega Adrenergic
- decongestant expectorant phenylpropanolamine guaifenesin coughing congestion
- colds sinusitis inflammation sinuses sore throat bronchitis asthma
- constricting narrowing blood vessels nasal passages swelling congestion
- bronchi}
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- Entex L.A.*0328901.scf}
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- Copyright (C) 1993 Publications International, Ltd.
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- phenylpropanolamine and guaifenesin combination
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-
- BRAND NAMES (Manufacturers)
-
- Banex-LA (Lu Chem)
- Dura-Vent (Dura)
- Entex L.A. (Norwich-Eaton)
- Guaipax (Vitarine)
- Nolex LA (Carnrick)
- Rymed-TR (Edwards)
- Tega D&E (Ortega)
-
- TYPE OF DRUG
-
- Adrenergic (decongestant) and expectorant
-
- INGREDIENTs
-
- phenylpropanolamine and guaifenesin
-
- DOSAGE FORM
-
- Sustained-release tablets (75 mg phenylpropanolamine and 400 mg or 600 mg
- guaifenesin)
-
- STORAGE
-
- Phenylpropanolamine and guaifenesin combination tablets and capsules
- should be stored at room temperature in tightly closed containers.
-
- USES
-
- This drug combination is used to relieve the coughing and congestion
- associated with colds, sinusitis (inflammation of the sinuses), sore throat,
- bronchitis, and asthma.
- Phenylpropanolamine belongs to a group of drugs known as adrenergic
- agents (decongestants). They act by constricting (narrowing) blood vessels in
- the nasal passages, thereby reducing swelling and congestion. Guaifenesin is
- an expectorant, a drug that loosens bronchial secretions.
-
- TREATMENT
-
- In order to avoid stomach upset, you can take phenylpropanolamine and
- guaifenesin combination with food or with a full glass of milk or water
- (unless your doctor directs you to do otherwise).
- These sustained-release tablets should be swallowed whole. Breaking,
- chewing, or crushing them destroys their sustained-release activity and may
- increase side effects.
- If you miss a dose of this medication, take the missed dose as soon as
- possible, unless it is almost time for your next dose. In that case, do not
- take the missed dose at all; just return to your regular dosing schedule. Do
- not double the next dose.
-
- SIDE EFFECTS
-
- Minor.
-
- Insomnia, nervousness, or restlessness. These side effects should
- disappear as your body adjusts to the medication.
- In order to help you avoid difficulty in falling asleep, take the last
- dose of this medication several hours before bedtime.
-
- Major.
-
- Tell your doctor about any side effects that are persistent or
- particularly bothersome. IT IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR about
- fainting, headaches, nosebleeds, or palpitations.
-
- INTERACTIONS
-
- This drug interacts with several other medications:
- 1. Monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors (isocarboxazid, pargyline,
- phenelzine, or tranylcypromine can increase the side effects of this
- medication. At least 14 days should separate the use of this drug and the use
- of an MAO inhibitor.
- 2. The blood-pressure-lowering effects of guanethidine may be decreased
- by this medication.
- 3. The side effects of the decongestant component of this medication can
- be increased by digoxin or by over-the-counter (nonprescription) allergy,
- asthma, cough, cold, diet, or sinus preparations.
- BE SURE TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR about any medications you are currently
- taking, especially any listed above.
-
- WARNINGS
-
- * Tell your doctor about unusual or allergic reactions you have had to
- any medications, especially to guaifenesin or phenylpropanolamine or to other
- adrenergic agents (such as albuterol, amphetamines, ephedrine, epinephrine,
- isoproterenol, metaproterenol, norepinephrine, pseudoephedrine, and
- terbutaline).
- * Tell your doctor if you now have or if you have ever had diabetes
- mellitus, glaucoma, heart or blood vessel disease, high blood pressure,
- enlarged prostate, or thyroid disease.
- * While you are taking this drug, drink at least eight glasses of water a
- day to loosen bronchial secretions.
- * Be sure to tell your doctor if you are pregnant or if you are
- breast-feeding an infant.
-
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-
- The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace
- the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your
- doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical
- problem.
-