Giltuss Allergy Plus

Giltuss Allergy Plus is a combination medicine that helps relieve cough, runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes that happen due to allergies, the common cold, or the flu.

Giltuss Allergy Plus may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take Giltuss Allergy Plus more than what is stated on the label. Cold or cough medicine is only for short-term use.

Your dose may change if you switch to a different brand, strength, or form of this medicine. Avoid mistakes by using exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Follow all instructions 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 provided 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, or headaches.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the liquid medicine bottle tightly closed when not in use.

Do not use Giltuss Allergy Plus if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the last 14 days. Examples of MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine.

Do not use Giltuss Allergy Plus if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the last 14 days. This could lead to a dangerous drug interaction. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine. Wait at least 14 days after stopping an MAO inhibitor before taking this medicine.

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

• a chronic cough, or a cough with mucus;
• breathing problems such as asthma or COPD;
• high blood pressure or heart disease;
• glaucoma;
• urination problems due to an enlarged prostate;
• diabetes;
• a thyroid disorder; or
• if you have recently used alcohol, sedatives, tranquilizers, or any other oral nasal decongestant or stimulant.

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

Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 6 years old without medical advice.

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

Giltuss Allergy Plus may cause serious side effects. Stop using Giltuss Allergy Plus and call your doctor right away if you experience:

• dizziness, nervousness, sleep problems (insomnia); or
• a cough or stuffy nose that goes away and then returns, or lasts more than 7 days.

Common side effects of Giltuss Allergy Plus may include:

• drowsiness; or
• agitation (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 may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Giltuss Allergy Plus is used as needed. If you miss a dose while on a schedule, just skip that dose. 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 Giltuss Allergy Plus can cause side effects.

Avoid driving or doing anything dangerous until you know how this medicine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.

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

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicines that can make you sleepy (like opioid medication, sleep medicine, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures). Inform your doctor about all other medicines you are taking. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are included here.