Dextromethorphan, pseudoephedrine and triprolidine

Dextromethorphan, pseudoephedrine and triprolidine is a combination medicine that helps relieve cough, runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes due to allergies or the common cold.

Dextromethorphan, pseudoephedrine and triprolidine may also be used for other reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Cold or cough medicine is only for short-term use.

Do not use this medicine more often than directed.

Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice. Follow all directions when giving this medicine to a child. Do not use the medicine to make a child sleepy. Misuse of this medicine may cause death in very young children.

Measure liquid medicine with the supplied measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days, or if you have a fever, rash, headaches, or any new symptoms.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Do not use this medicine if you are currently taking or have taken an MAO inhibitor in the last 14 days. A serious drug interaction could happen. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine.

Do not use dextromethorphan, pseudoephedrine and triprolidine if you are currently using or have used an MAO inhibitor in the last 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could happen. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have:

• a cough caused by smoking, asthma, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis, a cough with mucus, or other breathing issues;
• high blood pressure or heart disease;
• glaucoma;
• diabetes;
• trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate; or
• a thyroid condition.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, trouble breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using dextromethorphan, pseudoephedrine and triprolidine and call your doctor right away if you have:

• dizziness;
• nervousness; or
• sleep problems (insomnia).

Common side effects of dextromethorphan, pseudoephedrine and triprolidine may include:

• drowsiness; or
• feeling restless or excited (especially in children).

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may happen. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Usual Adult Dose for Upper Respiratory Tract Infection:

Maintenance dose: 1 teaspoonful (5 mL) orally every 4 hoursMaximum dose: 4 teaspoonfuls (20 mL) orally in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctorUses: For the temporary relief of symptoms due to common cold, hay fever (allergic rhinitis) or other upper respiratory allergies such as: cough due to minor throat or bronchial irritation, runny nose, sneezing, itching of the nose or throat, itchy eyes, watery eyes and nasal congestion.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Upper Respiratory Tract Infection:

6 to 12 years:Maintenance dose: 0.5 teaspoonful (2.5 mL) orally every 4 hoursMaximum dose: 2 teaspoonfuls (10 mL) orally in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctor12 years and older:Maintenance dose: 1 teaspoonful (5 mL) orally every 4 hoursMaximum dose: 4 teaspoonfuls (20 mL) orally in 24 hours, or as directed by a doctorUses: For the temporary relief of symptoms due to common cold, hay fever (allergic rhinitis) or other upper respiratory allergies such as: cough due to minor throat or bronchial irritation, runny nose, sneezing, itching of the nose or throat, itchy eyes, watery eyes and nasal congestion

dextromethorphan, pseudoephedrine and triprolidine is taken as needed. If you are following a dosing schedule and miss a dose, skip it. Do not take two doses at the same time.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

• Drinking alcohol with dextromethorphan, pseudoephedrine and triprolidine can cause side effects.

• Ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking other cough or cold medicines that may contain similar ingredients.

• Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicines that can cause drowsiness (such as opioid medication, sleep medicine, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures).

Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Not all possible interactions are listed here.